Le Domaine des Braves:
in the heart of the Beaujolais region
Located in the heart of the Beaujolais region, Domaine des Braves is a family-run winery managed by Victor and Eugénie Gentien. Passionate about vineyards and wine, their goal is to combine the traditions of Beaujolais with modern winemaking techniques to produce authentic, high-quality wines that reflect the full richness of the terroir.
Located in the heart of the Beaujolais region, Domaine des Braves is a family-run winery managed by Victor and Eugénie Gentien. Passionate about vineyards and wine, their goal is to combine the traditions of Beaujolais with modern winemaking techniques to produce authentic, high-quality wines that reflect the full richness of the terroir.
Wines from the Domaine des Braves
Beaujolais Villages Primeur N°1
Beaujolais Primeur "N°1" is the first wine of the year. A fruity, gourmet wine to be enjoyed slightly chilled as an aperitif. It's ideal for drinking within a year of harvesting, to take full advantage of its freshness and lightness.
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Beaujolais Villages blanc Les Braves
The Beaujolais Village Blanc "Les Braves" is a delicious, fresh wine. It is distinguished by a fine balance between acidity and sweetness, giving it a pleasant, refreshing profile.
2024 Vintage: 90/100 James Suckling
Régnié
Régnié" is a fruity, gourmet red wine. It was created in the spirit of a "vin des copains", ideal to accompany all convivial moments. It adds a touch of cheerfulness and freshness to every tasting experience.
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2022 Vintage: Grand Or Bettane+Desseauve 2024
2023 Vintage: 17/20 - Le Point's "Coup de cœur" and Hachette Guide Selection 2026
2024 Vintage: 90/100 James Suckling
Régnié Les Braves
Régnié Les Braves" is a more structured wine. Its minty, spicy notes make it an ideal accompaniment to a good meal. It can be enjoyed immediately, but can also be stored to evolve and reveal its full complexity.
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2022 Vintage: 91/100 Gault & Millau 2024
2023 Vintage: 89/100 La Revue du Vin de France - 91/100 James Suckling
Régnié Vieilles Vignes
Régnié Vieilles Vignes" is a structured red wine with a long finish. Aged 12 months in barrel. A perfect accompaniment to fine cuts of beef and game.
2023 Vintage: 91/100 James Suckling
Morgon Old Vines
The “Morgon Vieilles Vignes” is a full-bodied red wine with a long finish. It has a complex bouquet of pepper, licorice, and jammy black fruits, with a toasty finish. It was aged for 10 months in oak barrels.
2024 Vintage: 92/100 James Suckling
Chiroubles Elevation 483
"Chiroubles Altitude 483" is a red wine with supple, silky tannins and an expressive bouquet of cherries and morello cherries. It was aged for 10 months in clay jars.
Domaine des Braves, a place of warmth and hospitality
In the heart of the Beaujolais wine region, Domaine des Braves welcomes you for authentic and friendly events. We offer a variety of services for your events with family, friends, or colleagues: tastings of our wines, vineyard tours, and lunches (spit-roasted ham, braised meats). Feel free to contact us!
The History of the Estate
The Domaine des Braves has a rich and fascinating history, having been owned by the Cinquin family for five generations. Paul Cinquin, nicknamed “Paulo,” was a pioneer of hot pre-fermentation maceration and a leading figure in cycling.
The History of the Estate
The Domaine des Braves has a rich and fascinating history, having been owned by the Cinquin family for five generations. Paul Cinquin, nicknamed “Paulo,” was a pioneer of hot pre-fermentation maceration and a leading figure in cycling.
Gamay, a multifaceted grape variety
Gamay is a grape variety that offers the potential to produce unique wines depending on winemaking and aging practices.
