Château des Jacques Moulin-à-Vent "Clos du Grand Carquelin"

From granite and tradition, a wine of power, elegance, and lasting memory.
Among the prized vineyards of Moulin-à-Vent, few are as revered as Clos du Grand Carquelin. Nestled on the sun-kissed slopes beneath the emblematic windmill, this walled vineyard produces wines that embody the noble side of Beaujolais — structured, mineral, and wonderfully age-worthy. In the hands of Château des Jacques, it becomes a wine that bridges past and present, terroir and artistry.

Crafted from old-vine Gamay deeply rooted in pink granite soils, Clos du Grand Carquelin is a wine of remarkable depth. Aromas of black cherry, violet, wild herbs, and subtle spice open gracefully, leading to a palate that is rich yet refined, with firm tannins and a persistent finish. It’s a wine that begins with fruit-driven charm but reveals layers of complexity as it unfolds in the glass — a companion not just for a meal, but for an evening’s conversation.

For lovers of fine wine in Ireland, this bottle is a discovery that delights today while promising even greater rewards after years of cellaring. It’s Beaujolais at its most serious, most soulful, and most captivating.

Why we love it:
Because Clos du Grand Carquelin showcases just how elevated Beaujolais can be — a cru with Burgundian strength and finesse, crafted with respect for tradition and an eye toward longevity. It’s a bottle that feels as at home in a festive Irish gathering as it does in a fine French cellar.