Chiroubles
At a Glance
- Size: 0.35 ha (0.86 ac)
- Variety: Gamay
- Vine Age: Planted in 1969
- Terroir: South/ southeastern exposure, granite soil, Viala rootstock
- Viticulture: Certified organic (AB) and biodynamic (Demeter)
- Vinification: 15-25% whole cluster, ambient yeast fermentation in concrete tank, gentle extraction. One year aging in older 228 and 350-liter barrels, with racking in April.