Juicy, Chillable Gamay from Laurence et Remi Dufaitre

Our love for Beaujolais knows no limits, especially during the fall months. However, as the region's wines become more and more popular, finding solid bottles at a great price is becoming a difficult feat – thankfully, we've still got this reliable gem from Laurence and Remi Dufaitre to count on.

Based in the Brouilly area of Beaujolais, husband-and-wife duo Laurence and Remi began purchasing vines back in 2006. After reviving the land via organic farming—while also monitoring the estate's indigenous yeast population—the pair officially made their first wine in 2010. Upon catching the attention (and heart) of renowned local legend Jean Foillard, the rest was history.

Captivated by the wine, Jean immediately introduced the pair's bottles to all of Paris' best natural wine bars. Today, the Dufaitre wines are some of the most beloved within the natural wine community – including at our shop.

Fruit for this Côte de Brouilly hails from 80-year-old vines rooted in blue granite soils. The juice ferments in concrete tanks and ages for about six months prior to bottling. Although the most powerful of the Dufaitre's lineup, this juicy, well-balanced wine is super easy to drink. Expect flavors of bright cherry, cranberry, and dried herbs laced with prominent acidity and profound mineral-driven undertones.

The wine is drinking beautifully now, though will definitely age well over the next 5-10 years!

Stop by and grab a bottle (or few) for the weekend ahead. We'd love to see you in person.