Ep 409: Laurent Chevalier, Henry Fessy, Louis Latour Agencies 30th Anniversary Series

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Laurent provides the most in depth coverage I’ve ever given to the Beaujolais region. Starting first with his own origins and reflections on different experiences in winemaking, before taking us on a virtual tour of the region via its cru and terroir. He covers the gamay grape that has made its home in the region and talks market value over time. Before taking us on a tour of the Henry Fessy cellar and into the glass with two cru Beaujolais he chose from their range, the Régnié 2016 and the Brouilly 2017. If you’ve ever wanted a private tour of Beaujolais, its terroir and winemaking culture this is the episode for you.

Episode outline:

Origin Story

Winemaking on a different scale

A tour of the Crus terroir

Gamay grapes

Changing winemaking styles in Beaujolais over time

Henry Fessy deep dive

Wine tasting

Looking ahead

Wines tasted:

Château des Reyssiers Régnié 2016

Tech sheet: https://www.louislatour.co.uk/producers/Henry+Fessy/Ch%C3%A2teau+des+Reyssiers+R%C3%A9gni%C3%A9/2016