St. Amour AOC in Wein-Plus Wine Guide

Rating System:
70+: adequate
75+: satisfactory
80+: very good
85+: excellent
90+: outstanding
95+: extraordinary

France

Beaujolais

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This is the most northerly of the 10 Cru sites in the Beaujolais wine-growing region in France, adjoining the Māconnais region. It is named after the commune of Saint-Amour-Bellevue. The name is derived from a Roman soldier by the name of St. Amateur, who converted to Christianity, and established an abbey here. The vineyard area totals 310 hectares, the vineyards are located on the east-facing slopes of the hill of Bessay, and on the slopes of the Colline d“Eglise. Wine from here may also be marketed under the appellation Mācon-Villages.