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Marine Descombe Beaujolais-Villages 2022

$1999

Marine Descombe runs Vins Descombe in Brouilly, a family operation dating back to 1905 — she's the first woman to head the winery and one of the most respected young vignerons in Beaujolais. Her Villages-level Gamay is sourced from the granite-rich slopes around Saint-Etienne-des-Oullieres, where the Descombes also own Chateau de Pougelon. The 2022 is the warmer-vintage version of her style: a fresh, crunchy red full of strawberry, rhubarb, and a whiff of black pepper, with the tension and lift that make Beaujolais such easy company at the table.

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  • If the wine is less than 10 years old and it is corked, you may return it to us for a full refund or exchange within 60 days of purchase. You must show us proof of purchase. We understand that you may not live near a shop and that it is difficult to ship open bottles of wine to us, so if there's any problem feel free to Contact Us and we'll work it out.
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  • We may, at our discretion and to the extent permitted by law, accept returns of unopened wines within 30 days of purchase if they were properly stored by the purchaser, subject to a 15% re-stocking fee.

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More about Marine Descombe

Whenever you see the “Descombes” name on a bottle of Beaujolais, your mind might naturally jump to Georges Descombes, the legendary natural winemaker of Morgon. But let's clear that up right away: Marine Descombe is not related to Georges. Instead, she is the brilliant fifth-generation driving force behind her own family's historic estate, and the custodian of the beautiful Château de Pougelon. She took the reins of the family business in her twenties and has been quietly pushing the boundaries of quality, farming with deep respect for the environment and crafting wines that offer incredible purity and joy.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Gamay

  • Vintage

    2022

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Sustainable

  • Style

    Earthy

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Light Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Roast chicken, charcuterie board, mushroom pizza, grilled sausages with mustard, or a simple burger.

Tasting Profile

Light to medium-bodied, juicy, and lively. Strawberry, rhubarb, orange peel, and a touch of black pepper, with fine tannins and bright acidity.