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Domaine Crêt des Garanches
Domaine du Crêt des Garanches in Odenas: Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly, gamay since 1752, direct from the estate...
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Domaine du Crêt des Garanches: the heritage of Brouilly and the passion of a winegrower
Domaine du Crêt des Garanches
A family Beaujolais estate in Odenas, south of Mont Brouilly, passed down since 1752. Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin shapes 11.6 hectares of Gamay noir à jus blanc in the Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly crus. Certified HVE level 3 (2020), without insecticides: living, pure and expressive wines.
In Odenas, south of Mont Brouilly, the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches perpetuates a winegrowing tradition passed down from generation to generation since 1752. Today, Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin embodies this family heritage with passion and rigour: over 11.6 hectares of Gamay noir à jus blanc, she shapes authentic wines that reveal the richness of the terroir and the finesse of the Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly crus.
A granite and volcanic terroir at the heart of Beaujolais
The granite and sandy soils, the temperate climate and the exposed slopes offer the vines ideal conditions to produce concentrated, balanced grapes. Each wine expresses the typicity of this Beaujolais landscape, between freshness, elegance and generosity. The Côte de Brouilly, in particular, expresses the depth of the volcanic terroir of Mont Brouilly.
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Our wines, our commitment: a viticulture respectful of nature
For several years, Crêt des Garanches has been actively committed to sustainable viticulture. Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin made the strong choice to completely remove insecticides from her estate, preferring to let the natural regulation of the fauna and flora do its work. Between the rows of vines, wild flowers bloom freely, favouring biodiversity: hares, pheasants and bees find a preserved habitat here. This harmony between the vine and nature is the key to living, pure and expressive wines.
An estate with High Environmental Value
This approach was recognised in 2020 by High Environmental Value (HVE) level 3 certification, the highest level of distinction. This certification attests that the estate's agricultural practices preserve natural ecosystems, protect biodiversity and limit the environmental impact on the soils, water and air. Crêt des Garanches thus embodies a new generation of viticulture: responsible, committed and true to the land of Beaujolais.
The cuvees of the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches
Wines with a bright ruby robe and aromas of red fruits and flowers, aged at the estate under the attentive watch of Sylvie to reveal all the complexity of Gamay noir à jus blanc. To discover direct from the estate.
Préférences d'Olivier - Brouilly
Red - AOC Brouilly (Gamay)
A charming, supple and fruity wine, with bright aromas of cherry and violet. The perfect companion for convivial meals, true to the generous style of Brouilly.
Préférences d'Olivier - Côte de Brouilly
Red - AOC Côte de Brouilly (Gamay)
A refined, ample and elegant wine, from the slopes of Mont Brouilly: it stands out for its silky palate and a long, mineral finish, marked by the volcanic terroir.
Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale
Cellaring red - AOC Brouilly (Gamay)
A characterful cuvee, concentrated and balanced, marked by the power of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins. An ideal cellaring wine for special occasions.
The Magnums - Brouilly & Côte de Brouilly
Festive formats - AOC Brouilly / Côte de Brouilly
Festive formats that sublimate the expression of the terroir: perfect wines for sharing, gastronomy and the discovery of authentic Beaujolais.
Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly crus, direct from the estate
Wines with a generous character typical of Brouilly
The estate's wines charm with their bright ruby robe and their aromas of red fruits and flowers. Their delicate balance between freshness and roundness reflects the artisanal know-how and respect for the fruit. Brouilly offers a supple texture, a fruity palate and notes of raspberry and peony; Côte de Brouilly, more structured, expresses the depth of the volcanic terroir of Mont Brouilly, with touches of black cherry and sweet spices.
A winegrower, a heritage, a terroir
Since 1752, Crêt des Garanches has been passed down from generation to generation. Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin perpetuates the soul of Brouilly with passion and rigour, between respect for the living world, preserved biodiversity and sincere wines, true to the land of Beaujolais.
Why choose the Crêt des Garanches wines?
Two Beaujolais crus. Brouilly (supple and fruity) and Côte de Brouilly (structured and volcanic).
A committed estate. Certified HVE level 3 (2020), without insecticides, preserved biodiversity.
A heritage since 1752. A family tradition carried by Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin.
Gamay at its finest. Living, pure and expressive wines, aged at the estate.
Frequently asked questions about the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches
Which Crêt des Garanches wine best expresses the purity of the Mont Brouilly terroir: the Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale or the Côte de Brouilly Préférences d'Olivier?
Both reveal Mont Brouilly in complementary ways. The Côte de Brouilly Préférences d'Olivier, from the slopes of Mont Brouilly, expresses the purity of the volcanic terroir: silky, elegant, with a long, mineral finish. The Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale, more concentrated and for cellaring, highlights the power of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins. For volcanic minerality, choose the Côte de Brouilly; for depth and cellaring, the Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale.
Where is the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches located?
In Odenas, south of Mont Brouilly, at the heart of Beaujolais (Rhône). The estate covers 11.6 hectares of Gamay noir à jus blanc, on granite and sandy soils, with exposed slopes ideal for the vine.
What is the history of the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches?
A historic estate that perpetuates a winegrowing tradition passed down from generation to generation since 1752. Today, Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin embodies this family heritage with passion and rigour, on the crus of Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly.
Is the estate committed to the environment?
Yes: Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin made the strong choice to completely remove insecticides, letting the natural regulation of the fauna and flora do its work. This approach was recognised in 2020 by High Environmental Value (HVE) level 3 certification, the highest level, which attests to the preservation of ecosystems and biodiversity.
What is the difference between Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly?
Brouilly offers a supple texture, a fruity palate and notes of raspberry and peony. Côte de Brouilly, more structured, expresses the depth of the volcanic terroir of Mont Brouilly, with touches of black cherry and sweet spices. Two neighbouring crus, two complementary styles.
Which grape is grown at Crêt des Garanches?
Gamay noir à jus blanc, the emblematic grape of Beaujolais, over 11.6 hectares. It gives wines with a bright ruby robe, aromas of red fruits and flowers, between freshness, elegance and generosity.
What are the cuvees of the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches?
The estate offers the Préférences d'Olivier range in Brouilly (supple and fruity) and in Côte de Brouilly (refined and mineral), the Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale (concentrated and for cellaring), as well as magnum formats in Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly for special occasions.
What is the Préférences d'Olivier range?
The estate's signature range, in two crus: the Brouilly Préférences d'Olivier, charming and fruity (cherry, violet), and the Côte de Brouilly Préférences d'Olivier, refined, ample and mineral, from the slopes of Mont Brouilly.
What is the Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale?
A characterful cuvee, concentrated and balanced, marked by the power of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins: a true cellaring wine, ideal for special occasions.
What food pairings work with the Crêt des Garanches wines?
Brouilly, supple and fruity, pairs with charcuterie, poultry and convivial meals; Côte de Brouilly, more structured, with red meats, game and cheeses; the Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale, with richer dishes and fine tables.
How should you serve and keep a Brouilly or a Côte de Brouilly?
Serve them slightly chilled (14-16°C) to preserve their fruit and freshness. The supple cuvees are enjoyed now, on their fruit; the Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale, a cellaring wine, keeps several years and gains in complexity.
Can you buy the Domaine du Crêt des Garanches wines directly?
Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe.
Direct from the estate, the soul of Brouilly
Domaine du Crêt des Garanches - a family Beaujolais estate in Odenas since 1752, 11.6 hectares of Gamay in the Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly crus, certified HVE level 3 (2020), led by Sylvie Dufaitre-Genin.
Préférences d'Olivier (Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly), Brouilly Cuvée Spéciale and the magnums