Gamay from Savoie - Red wine

Jongieux Rouge - Gamay

🍇 Grape variety : Gamay

Médaille d'Argent au Concours Général Agricole de Paris (2025)

Médaille d'Argent au Concours des Vignerons Indépendants de France (2025)

Sélection du Guide Hachette des Vins 2027 : 2 étoiles (2025)

Médaille d'Or au Concours des Grands Vins de France 2026 (2025)

Rating

Light, fruity and indulgent Gamay. Silky tannins, beautiful freshness. Ideal with charcuterie and Savoyard dishes. - Wine consultant

4.5/5

Winemaking

Gamay has been cultivated on the sunny slopes of Jongieux for several generations. This expressive grape variety produces a wine of pleasure, faithful to Savoyard traditions.

Tasting notes

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Couleur

Brilliant ruby red robe, vivid and clear, with violet highlights.

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Nez

Fruity and expressive nose, dominated by red fruit aromas (strawberry, raspberry), with light spicy and floral notes.

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Bouche

Smooth and indulgent palate, with silky tannins, beautiful freshness and a red fruit finish.

Wine and food pairings

This light and fruity Gamay pairs with Dried Duck Breast, Savoyard dishes like Savoie Diots, light red meats and mild cheeses.

Aging potential

Enjoy within 1 to 3 years to appreciate its fruitiness and lightness.

Description

Jongieux Rouge is an elegant wine made from the Gamay grape, which is found in many French wine regions but finds a unique expression here in Jongieux, Savoie. We dedicate 4 hectares of vineyards, carefully cultivated to produce a fruity, light, and well-balanced wine, perfect for pairing with your hot dishes or charcuterie. This wine, loved by all, perfectly reflects the character of the Savoyard terroir.

The Gamay grapes used for our Jongieux Rouge are hand-harvested. Depending on the weather and the quality of the grapes, a rigorous selection of bunches is made before fermentation. The grapes are then placed in tanks, where they ferment for 7 days before being pressed. We intervene as little as possible to preserve the integrity of the berries and thus obtain maximum fruity aromas, characteristic of Jongieux Rouge.

Frequently asked questions

What red wine goes with raclette?

A light, fruity red like our Jongieux Rouge Gamay: its silky tannins and freshness don't overpower the cheese. For more character, try the Mondeuse. And if you prefer to stick with white, Jongieux Blanc Jacquère is the traditional pairing.

Should Savoie Gamay be served chilled?

Yes, lightly chilled, around 13 to 15 °C. This coolness brings out its strawberry and raspberry aromas.

How is Jongieux Rouge Gamay made?

Our 4 hectares of Gamay are harvested by hand, with the bunches sorted according to the weather and the quality of the grapes. The grapes ferment for 7 days in vats before being pressed. We intervene as little as possible to preserve the fruit.

How long can you keep Jongieux Rouge Gamay?

It is best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years to make the most of its fruit and lightness. For a red wine to age, choose the Mondeuse Cuvée Matè instead.