Brouilly
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The vineyards of Brouilly are the largest of the Crus, covering around 1300 hectares at the foot of Mount Brouilly, a hill dominated by an attractive chapel. The wines are a deep ruby colour, with aromas of red fruits, plums and peaches and slight mineral hints. The most southerly of the Crus, these wines are robust and full-bodied.
Serve at 12°C with small game birds, or red meat.
Average annual production: 75 000 hl
Average number of bottles:10 million
Area under vine:1300 hectares
Soil type: granite and alluvial sand
Last Update : 2008-10-14
