Le Chateau des Jacques
The Château des Jacques belongs to the famous « Maison Louis Jadot » owned by the two Americans in Burgundy near Beaune.
Situated at the border of South Burgundy, in the most famous region of Beaujolais, the château des Jacques specialized in Beaujolais wines and specifically the Moulin à Vent. It focuses on first crus but also does some white Beaujolais, white Burgundy and some of the best Beaujolais Villages I have ever tasted.
We have been welcomed very warmly by Cyril Chirouze, enologist of the Château who told us in a very simple and elegant way, the history of the property and everything about the winemaking process. The visit ended in a sumptuous cellar, tasting a selection of his best wines.
The chateau is not so focused on tourism but they will be more than welcome to give you a tour of the property and spend some time sharing their passion. This is the perfect place to visit in Beaujolais when you are a wine professional or a wine passionate because it allows you to taste a great variety of some of the most renowned wines in the region. Learn more @ http://www.louisjadot.com/fr/vignoble/le-chateau-des-jacques-en-beaujolais-22.php and a story on the region at Miss Vicky Wine.
It is even better if you book in advance at: 0033 85 35 51 64
or chateau-des-jacques@wanadoo.fr
#1 by Rob Bellinger at July 15th, 2009
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Chateau des Jacques is run by Baron Guillaume de Castelnau who is responsible for its change of fortune and revitilisation.Previously one of France’s tank commanders he retired to make wine.A great character, Guillaume regularly represents the Beaujolais region all over the world.Chateau des Jacques wines are balanced and modern in style. The reds are accessible and the whites a hidden secret.In November every year Guilluame hosts the competitors on the world famous Beaujolais Run.A charity car event around the release of Beaujolais Nouveau.
#2 by Vicky Wine at July 17th, 2009
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Hey Rob! A great characted indeed!… I didn’t get to meet Guillaume de Castelnau this day but I have heard a lot of good things about him.
Your comment complement my review perfectly, thank you for that.