Chateau Thivin, Cote de Brouilly La Chapelle, 2017 SO050424_Saumur_Roundup This Signature bottling—their flagship since

This Signature bottling—their flagship since the 1990s—showcases the rocky eastern slopes that have defined their style for over five decades

Traditional French aperitif culture centers on this spirit—enjoyed over ice with a twist of lemon

wet spring

golden apples

leaving lingering flavors of dark fruit

Chateau Thivin, Cote de Brouilly La Chapelle, 2017 SO050424_Saumur_Roundup This Signature bottling—their flagship sinceChteau Thivin sits at the foot of Mont Brouilly and is the historic reference point for Cte de Brouilly, with the Geoffray family tending steep slopes of volcanic blue granite that give this cru its signature depth and minerality. 'La Chapelle' is a single vineyard cuve from a prime parcel near the chapel atop the hillconcentrated, structured Gamay that shows just how ageworthy Beaujolais can be. The 2017 has settled into a lovely mid life stride,