Gilles and Annie Copéret, epicureans and winegrowers in Beaujolais

Starting with just two hectares in 1986 and a cellar with an earthenware vat, Gilles Copéret has significantly expanded his vineyard and reputation. Today, he cultivates eight hectares across Régnié, Fleurie, Morgon, and Brouilly. These eight hectares translate into eight distinct cuvées.

Available directly from the estate on Avenue des Vins.

What does the estate look like today?

A modernised cellar for exceptional wines

Now, the once earthenware vat is stainless steel, the press is pneumatic, and the cellar is climate-controlled to create exceptional wines. Let’s take a quick look at his journey and a presentation of his wines, which are perfect for discovering the crus of Beaujolais.

What is the story behind the domaine?

A legacy passed from grandfather to grandson

Gilles inherited his initial two hectares of vines and his passion for viticulture from his grandfather. At that time, the estate didn't sell directly to customers but instead sold its grape production to merchants. Passionate about the vineyard and married to Annie, the daughter of a winemaker, Gilles developed his business as a winemaker and now sells his own cuvées. The richness of interactions with his customers, the human connection that exists in the world of wine, and the freedom of working for oneself have motivated him throughout his projects and over the years.

Gilles passionately maintains this connection with both people and the land, dedicating endless time to it. Along with his team, they achieved the TERRA VITIS label in 2018, a certification for responsible and eco-friendly viticulture, and they are currently in the process of obtaining HVE certification.

Some of the parcels he cultivates belong to a Winegrowing Land Group founded with friends, customers, and family. Friendliness is truly at the heart of the estate's philosophy.

Which wines does Gilles Copéret produce?

Gamay in all its colors

The wines from the estate showcase four of Beaujolais' crus: Régnié, Fleurie, Morgon, and Brouilly. On these diverse terroirs, a single grape variety, Gamay, is expressed. The estate's various cuvées highlight Beaujolais wines and the variety that can exist thanks to the subtle variations in terroir.

In the Fleurie appellation, you can find the “Les Roches” cuvée, powerful, concentrated, and complex; as well as the “La Madone” cuvée, subtle, elegant, with notes of roses and peonies. The difference? A sandy-clay soil for the first cuvée, and a granitic soil for the second.

In the Régnié appellation, Gilles produces three different cuvées:

A Régnié “Les Côtes”: a robust red wine;

A Régnié “Les Chastys”: a fruity red wine;

And a Régnié signature, the “Equation” cuvée: an atypical and powerful Gamay with notes of tea and soft spices.

With this producer, you can also explore the terroirs of Morgon and Brouilly, as well as a Beaujolais rosé. Gilles Copéret's wines take you on a journey through Beaujolais. Each wine is different, representing its soil, the identity of each appellation, and the specific characteristics of each parce

Why buy directly from the winemaker? The wines of Domaine Gilles Copéret are shipped straight from the estate: estate price with no middleman, full vintage traceability, and your support for an independent winegrowing family.

Discover the wines of Domaine Gilles Copéret directly from the estate, at the estate price, in a short supply chain on Avenue des Vins.

Frequently asked questions about Domaine Gilles Copéret

Which grape does Domaine Gilles Copéret grow?

Gamay is the estate's only grape. Gilles Copéret vinifies it across four neighbouring appellations, which produces contrasting styles depending on the soils.

Which appellations does Gilles Copéret produce?

The wines span four Beaujolais crus: Régnié, Fleurie, Morgon and Brouilly. The estate also makes a Beaujolais rosé for warmer days.

What sets the Les Roches and La Madone cuvées apart in Fleurie?

Both come from Fleurie but grow on opposite soils. Les Roches, on sandy clay, is powerful and concentrated; La Madone, born on granite, leans towards finesse with its floral notes.

How many cuvées does the estate make, and over what area?

Gilles Copéret farms eight hectares, each yielding its own cuvée, for eight wines in all. He began with two hectares in 1986 and expanded his vineyard steadily over the years.