Beaujolais Domaine des Granges J.-F. Cognard 1988
Produced by Domaine des Granges under the expertise of J.-F. Cognard, this 1988 white wine holds the Appellation Beaujolais Blanc Contrôlée. The wine was raised and bottled directly at the estate, reflecting the traditional practices of the producer.
The wine originates from Beaujolais, an extensive area located south of Burgundy and north of Lyon, stretching 52 kilometers down towards Mâcon. The broader Burgundy region in eastern France was historically shaped by medieval monks who meticulously mapped the countless terroirs, creating a refined system of climats. While Beaujolais encompasses over 15,000 hectares and is primarily recognized for its vines grown on northern granite and southern clay-limestone soils, it also produces distinct white wines. The 1988 vintage in this area achieved a score of 90 points and is noted for being structured and classic.
This Beaujolais Blanc is crafted from Chardonnay, one of the world's most recognized green grape varieties. Although it is frequently cultivated in prominent areas such as Champagne, California, and Oregon, it holds a deeply rooted historical presence in the limestone soils of the Burgundy region.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Burgundy
Burgundy in eastern France was shaped by medieval monks who mapped the area's countless terroirs. The region grows almost exclusively Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and has turned terroir into an art form with its finely meshed system of climats. From Chablis in the north to the Côte d'Or and Mâconnais in the south, the limestone soil yields some of the world's most sought-after and elegant wines.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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