Domain, Our vineyards
Today the Henry Fessy domain extends over nearly 70 hectares of vineyards mainly covering the Crus but also the Beaujolais, Beaujolais-Villages and Beaujolais Blanc appellations.
Domaine Henry Fessy vineyard holdings:
- 7.5 ha of Brouilly
- 3h a of Chénas
- 4 ha of Côte de Brouilly
- 5 ha of Fleurie
- 2 ha of Juliénas
- 2 ha of Morgon
- 2.5 ha of Moulin-à-Vent
- 14 ha of Régnié « Château des Reyssiers »
- 1 ha of Saint-Amour
- 15 ha of Beaujolais
- 13 ha of Beaujolais-Villages
- 1 ha of Beaujolais Blanc
The scale and diversity of the domain allows us to have a profound understanding of the region.
The vineyards are planted with old vines which have an average age of 50 years. Our progressive replanting program guarantees that only grapes of the utmost quality are produced. Our current method of pruning in the vineyards is that of the "Gobelet style" which is historically the method used in the region. Some of our vineyards also have grass grown between the rows to limit the yields and to control the health of the vines.
Concern for the environment is ever-present at Henry Fessy where we practice integrated viticulture meaning that systematic usage of chemicals is replaced by measured intervention. The use of natural biological methods is favoured whenever possible depending on the climatic conditions of the vintage and the phytosanitary state.
Domaine Henry Fessy vineyard holdings:
- 7.5 ha of Brouilly
- 3h a of Chénas
- 4 ha of Côte de Brouilly
- 5 ha of Fleurie
- 2 ha of Juliénas
- 2 ha of Morgon
- 2.5 ha of Moulin-à-Vent
- 14 ha of Régnié « Château des Reyssiers »
- 1 ha of Saint-Amour
- 15 ha of Beaujolais
- 13 ha of Beaujolais-Villages
- 1 ha of Beaujolais Blanc
The scale and diversity of the domain allows us to have a profound understanding of the region.
The vineyards are planted with old vines which have an average age of 50 years. Our progressive replanting program guarantees that only grapes of the utmost quality are produced. Our current method of pruning in the vineyards is that of the "Gobelet style" which is historically the method used in the region. Some of our vineyards also have grass grown between the rows to limit the yields and to control the health of the vines.
Concern for the environment is ever-present at Henry Fessy where we practice integrated viticulture meaning that systematic usage of chemicals is replaced by measured intervention. The use of natural biological methods is favoured whenever possible depending on the climatic conditions of the vintage and the phytosanitary state.
Brouilly
Six villages have the privilege of sharing this subtle and enchanting cru, considered the darling of Parisian brasseries. The most southerly of all the Beaujolais Crus, Brouilly has good colour, backbone and is full-bodied revealing aromas of plums and peaches. Total appellation area: 1 328 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 7.5 ha.
Chénas
This Chénas grown on steep, granite-rich soils, is reminiscent of a Moulin-à-Vent with its deep colour and aromatic bouquet of violets and roses. This is one of the smallest appellations in the Beaujolais. Total appellation area: 249ha, of which Henry Fessy has 3 ha.
Chiroubles
Grown on the higher slopes of the appellation on thin, feeble soils of granite sand the Chiroubles is an elegant wine with finesse, charm, subtle tannins and a beautiful bouquet of violets. Total appellation area: 366ha.
Côte de Brouilly
This vineyard lies on very hard granite and green-blue schist called Diorite. This is also the oldest vineyard in Beaujolais producing a more structured wine than its neighbour Brouilly. Total appellation area: 315 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 4 ha.
Fleurie
Lying on homogeneous soils of granite containing large crystals, Fleurie is often regarded as the « Queen of Beaujolais ». The wines are characterized by abounding finesse and elegance with floral aromas of irises and violets. Total appellation area: 871 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 5 ha.
Juliénas
Planted on sedimentary soils with old alluvial deposits, the Juliénas is a well-structured wine, rich in colour and with a good cellaring potential. Total appellation area: 594 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 2 ha.
Morgon
The second largest cru after Brouilly lies in one village only. Here, Gamay produces generous, robust wines which are fruit-forward with notes of cherry, kirsch and apricot. With a good cellaring potential Morgon comes close to a Burgundian Pinot Noir. Total appellation area: 1 079 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 2 ha.
Moulin-à-Vent
The boundaries of Moulin-à-Vent were marked out as early as 1924. The vineyard has shallow sandy soils derived from the underlying granite which is rich in manganese. This kind of terroir gives much substance and the resulting wines are often compared to their Burgundian cousins of the Côte d'Or. Moulin-à-Vent can be cellared for several years. Total appellation area: 663ha, of which Henry Fessy has 2.5 ha.
Régnié "Château des Reyssiers"
Régnié is one of the youngest Beaujolais crus producing supple and delicate wines with aromas of gooseberry, blackberry and raspberry. The "Château des Reyssiers" vineyard, now belonging to the Latour family, is a 300 year old domain located at the heart of the appellation. Total vineyard area of the "Château des Reyssiers": 14 ha, all of which belongs to Henry Fessy.
Saint-Amour
Lying on siliceous clay, sandstone and granite gravel, Saint-Amour is the gateway between the Mâconnais and the Beaujolais crus. The style favours expression and fruit. Total appellation area: 323 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 1 ha.
Beaujolais
The Beaujolais appellation provides about half of all the wine produced in the Beaujolais region. The Henry Fessy Beaujolais comes mainly from domain vines planted on the plateau of Bel-Air which borders the Brouilly appellation next to the winery. Total appellation area: 8 439 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 15 ha.
Beaujolais-Villages
This Beaujolais-Villages comes from several villages located in the northern part of the region. A large proportion of this blend comes from our stunning old-vine parcel planted on a 45° sloped hillside. These wines combine finesse, flavour and roundness and are perfect for immediate enjoyment. Total appellation area: 6 000 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 13 ha.
Beaujolais Blanc
Chardonnay is the predominant grape variety in the Mâconnais, however it represents less than 3% of grapes grown in the Beaujolais. The particularity of this rare and refreshing white Beaujolais is that it is grown on granite soils. This terroir produces a Chardonnay of great finesse, revealing notes of white flowers and acacia on the nose and yellow fruits, notably mirabelle plums, in the mouth. Total appellation area: 600 ha, of which Henry Fessy has 1 ha.
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