Régnié Wine — Complete guide to the youngest Beaujolais cru
Régnié is the last recognised cru of Beaujolais, admitted to the AOC family in 1988. Fruity, supple, with a lightness very close to Chiroubles, it remains little known to the general public — making it an excellent discovery for wine lovers.
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What is the Régnié appellation?
Régnié is the 10th and last Beaujolais cru, recognised as an AOC on 9 December 1988. With around 400 hectares, it is one of the smallest crus, covering mainly the communes of Régnié-Durette and Lantignié.
As with all Beaujolais crus, the only grape is Gamay Noir à Jus Blanc. Régnié expresses Gamay in a fruity, supple style, with a touch of softness that makes it immediately accessible.
Régnié terroir — granite, sand and piedmont
The soil of Régnié is a mix of granite and piedmont terrain — sandier and less compact than Brouilly or Morgon. This lightness of soils translates directly into the wine: light, fruity, for drinking young.
Domaine de Voujon's vines for the 'Le Ptiot' cuvée are planted at lieu-dit Aux Bruyères, on granite and piedmont soils, vines approximately 60 years old.
The name 'Le Ptiot' is a nod to Régnié's status as the 'baby' of the Beaujolais crus. An affectionate wink from Alexis Brunet.
What style of wine is Régnié?
Régnié sits stylistically between Chiroubles and Brouilly. It shares Chiroubles' lightness and bright fruit, but has a little more body and roundness.
Aromatic profile: fresh red fruits (redcurrant, raspberry, cherry), a light floral note, and sometimes a touch of gentle spice. The palate is fresh, supple, with melted tannins.
How to serve and taste Régnié
Serving temperature: 13 to 15°C. Slightly cool, Régnié gains crunch. No decanting needed for young cuvées.
Conservation: 2 to 4 years for classic cuvées. The 2024 vintage is very successful.
Food and wine pairings with Régnié
Red onion tart, vegetable tatin — Régnié loves sweet-acidic flavours.
Seafood paella — a surprising but excellent pairing.
Charcuterie, pizza, pasta — easy Mediterranean pairings.
Semi-hard cheeses: reblochon, tomme de Savoie.
Our Régnié — Le Ptiot, direct from the estate
A cuvée paying homage to the 'youngest' cru. Le Ptiot 2024 from Domaine de Voujon comes from 60-year-old vines at lieu-dit Aux Bruyères. Fruity, fresh, immediately pleasurable.
Régnié Le Ptiot 2024
Unique estate cuvée — fresh and fruity, redcurrant, raspberry, supple palate. Ideal as aperitif or dinner wine.
11,50 € / bouteille
Frequently asked questions about Régnié
Why is Régnié called the youngest Beaujolais cru?
Because its AOC was recognised last, on 9 December 1988, while the other Beaujolais crus had been recognised between 1936 and 1954.
What is the difference between Régnié and Chiroubles?
Both are light and fruity, but Chiroubles is more floral and airy. Régnié is slightly rounder, with more crisp red fruit. Chiroubles suits delicate dishes; Régnié is more versatile.
Does Régnié age well?
Not for long. Best within 2 to 4 years. It is a wine of immediate pleasure.
What is 'Régnié Le Ptiot'?
'Le Ptiot' (the little one in local dialect) is a nod to Régnié's status as the last recognised cru. Domaine de Voujon's Régnié cuvée from 60-year-old vines at Aux Bruyères.
What food pairings work with Régnié?
Onion tart, seafood paella, charcuterie, pizza, pasta, semi-hard cheeses. Very versatile for relaxed meals.
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