The Juliénas is one of the 10 Beaujolais crus. Its name would be derived from Julius Caesar, its hillsides already planted with vines in Gallo-Roman times.
Colour:
A bright, deep ruby.
Nose:
Elegant scents of red fruits embellished with spicy notes.
Taste:
Rich and tannic, whilst silky and balanced.
Food-wine pairings:
Delicious on a pepper-smoked duck breast, caramel pork or tarragon flank steak.