Thillardon, Chenas 'Les Vibrations', 2024

Paul-Henri Thillardon set out at age 22 to prove that Chenas, long overshadowed by neighboring Moulin-a-Vent, deserved better. He farms biodynamically and makes natural wines, having soaked up advice from Beaujolais greats like Yvon Metras and Jean-Louis Dutraive. "Les Vibrations" is exactly the kind of energetic, transparent Gamay that earns Chenas its overdue respect: pure, crunchy red fruit, a floral lift and a savory mineral backbone. It's natural Beaujolais done with precision, not chaos. Easy to love, with real terroir underneath. Serve with a slight chill.