Domaine Marion Pral
In the heart of the Pays des Pierres Dorées in the southernmost tip of the Beaujolais region, Domaine Marion Pral practices ecological farming on their 45 acres of vines. The estate is located in the hamlet of La Roche in Saint-Laurent-d’Oingt, 10 miles from Villefranche, capital of the Beaujolais. Pascal Chatelus, his wife Marion Pral, and their family have been farming the estate for several generations. All vineyards are located on granite-based south and southwest-facing hillside soils. Harvests are done by hand.
Wines from Domaine Marion Pral
Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Cuvée Terroir
Blend: 100% Gamay, 45 year old vines
Aging: 8 months in concrete tanks
Roses, ripe cherry, and strawberry dominate in the nose and on an exuberantly ripe palate with hints of fruit pit bitterness offering counterpoint. Attractive suggestions of salt and stone, and a soft texture. A landmark AOP Beaujolais bottling that’s more reminiscent of lighter crus such as Fleurie and Brouilly thanks to organic viticulture and 45-year-old vines.
Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Rosé
Blend: 100% Gamay, 45 year old vines
Aging: 5 months in stainless steel tank
This small production rosé, handcrafted by environmentally conscious winemaker Pascal Chatelus, is made from older vines growing on the slopes of the Mont Beaujolais in the region of the Pierres Dorees. 100% Gamay, hand harvested, it has an elegant light rose color, aromas of white flowers, rosehips, and red fruits. On the palate, it is fresh with a silky mouth feel and has a fruity, mineral finish.
Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Blanc
Blend: 100% Chardonnay
Aging: 8 months in concrete tanks
An uncommon and thrilling kind of terroir for Chardonnay, down in granite-rich Beaujolais. Its bright gold color and aromas of white flower, apple, and exotic fruits have a bright, clear focus that’s impossible to miss just on the nose. That’s even more the case on the palate, where its round, silky texture and lightly nutty finish throw these dazzling flavors into sharp relief. Fantastic with grilled oysters or chicken, Camembert, and hearty salads.
Domaine Marion Pral Morgon Les Charmes
Blend: 100% Gamay
Aging: 6 to 8 months in older French demi-muid barrels
Beaujolais’s most admired and longest-lived Cru is an optimal way to showcase the caliber of winemaking at Domaine Marion Pral. Les Charmes shows why it’s one of Morgon’s top vineyard sites as rich berries mesh harmoniously with a firm tannic streak and layers of brown spice and dried rose petal that unfurl seductively as the wine relaxes into a plush, weighty finish. A strong line of acidity keeps everything lively enough to wash down some charcuterie, rotisserie chicken, creamy mushroom pasta, or Thai curries with a little heat to them. 500 cases produced.
Domaine Marion Pral Moulin-à-Vent
Blend: 100% Gamay, 45 year old vines
Aging: 8 to 10 months in older French oak 600 liter barrels
An 800 case production wine made from 45+-year-old vines growing on the slopes of Mount Beaujolais. A complex nose with rich extracted red fruits and berries leads to a sturdy and fruity palate on a subtle layer of soft brown spice. A very elegant cru Beaujolais that can be enjoyed now or aged for up to 6 years.
Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Nouveau
Blend: 100% Gamay
Time to celebrate, the Beaujolais Nouveau is here! Enjoy this handcrafted, 100% Gamay Nouveau made by our eco-friendly winemakers, Marion and Pascal Chatelus. A fun young wine to be enjoyed with all of your light fare within the next year. Made from older vines growing on granite soils on hillside vineyards facing Southeast.
Domaine Marion Pral Beaujolais Nouveau Rosé
Blend: 100% Gamay
Time to celebrate, the Beaujolais Nouveau is here! This fun young rosé wine is made from 100% Gamay to be enjoyed with all of your light fare or by itself within the next year. Chill, pull cork, and enjoy this unique Nouveau from our eco-friendly winemakers, Marion and Pascal Chatelus!