Château de La Chaize
Beaujolais
Château de La Chaize, a crown jewel of family-owned wine-producing estates since 1676, is classified as a French national heritage site due to its magnificent garden designed by André Le Nôtre, gardener to King Louis XIV of France, who also designed the gardens of the Palace of Versailles. The estate boasts a historic winery built in 1771, which includes an impressive 354-foot long cellar.
All wines are made using fruit sourced exclusively from estate vineyards. They are certified organic, with Brouilly wines from the vintage 2022 and Fleurie from the vintage 2023.
In 2017, The Gruy family acquired the estate and has invested $100 million in rehabilitating the vineyards, constructing a state-of-the-art winery, and refurbishing the historic landmarks of the estate. Following re-plantings and recent acquisitions, the estate now spans 150 hectares of vineyards in production, making it the largest estate in Beaujolais.
Tremendous efforts towards sustainability are underway, including achieving autonomy in electrical and thermal energy through a geothermal plant utilizing the earth’s heat, installation of solar panels, adoption of electric machinery and equipment, and implementing a ‘zero waste’ and carbon neutrality strategy.
Wines
Brouilly
Beaujolais, France
A blend of select vineyard sites owned by Chaize, situated around the historic Château. Capturing the essence of Brouilly Cru du Beaujolais, known for its ideal granite soil for Gamay, this wine delights with a harmonious blend of complexity and fruity aromas, showcasing the terroir's finesse.
Brouilly Lieu-Dit "La Chaize" Monopole
Beaujolais, France
Located right behind the Château, this 22-hectare monopole lieu-dit gathers all the characteristics of a great terroir, boasting a south east exposure, steep slope, deep granitic soil, and old vines.
Fleurie
Beaujolais, France
Crafted from a selection of vineyard parcels located in the heart of the Fleurie appellation, it perfectly captures the essence of its granitic terroir, renowned for imparting exceptional elegance and floral complexity.
Fleurie Lieu-Dit "La Chapelle des Bois"
Beaujolais, France
Situated in one of Chaize’s seven cadastral localities of the Fleurie appellation, La Chapelle des Bois occupies one of the finest terroirs in Fleurie and is currently under consideration for Premier Cru classification.
Côte de Brouilly "Chavannes"
Beaujolais, France
This vineyard's unique terroir features pink granite soils that foster deep root exploration and optimal grape cultivation conditions; a seriously complex Beaujolais with exceptional character.
People
Boris Gruy
Winemaker and estate director Boris Guy has been steadfast in implementing HVE (High Environmental Value) certification and transitioning the entire estate to organic viticulture, with a long-term goal of becoming a biodynamic winery.
