Justin Dutraive
Justin Dutraive grew up in Fleurie, working alongside his father, Jean-Louis Dutraive. His own project follows the same ethos—organic farming, whole-cluster fermentation, and minimal intervention. The vineyards sit on pink granite soils, shaping Gamay that’s floral, lifted, and structured. No tricks, no shortcuts, just precise, expressive Beaujolais.
Farming Note
Justin Dutraive farms organically across sites in Beaujolais, including Beaujolais-Villages, Les Billards, and Crus in Fleurie. His approach emphasizes biodiversity, soil vitality, and minimal intervention—letting Gamay’s expressive voice and the region’s granite terroirs speak clearly in each vintage.
Winemaking
All grapes are hand-harvested and undergo semi-carbonic maceration—a hallmark of traditional Beaujolais. Fermentation occurs with native yeasts, and aging takes place in neutral vessels, including old oak barrels that preserve texture and clarity. The result is precise, expressive Beaujolais, transparently rooted in place.
Wines
Justin Dutraive, Beaujolais Villages, Les Tours 6/1.5L
Vintage 2018
Style Red
Region Beaujolais
Varieties Gamay
ABV 12.50%
Soils Granite-dense soils
Tasting Note Bursting with energy, this wine showcases aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and hints of violet. On the palate, it’s lively and supple, with fine-grained tannins and a refreshing acidity that carries through to a long, clean finish. A joyful expression of Beaujolais Villages.
Justin Dutraive, Fleurie, la Madone 6/1.5L
Vintage 2020
Style Red
Region Beaujolais
Varieties Gamay
ABV 12.50%
Soils Granite
Tasting Note Aromatic and poised, La Madone reveals layers of red currants, wild strawberries, and hints of rose petals. The palate is refined, with silky tannins and a precise minerality that lingers through to a long, expressive finish.
Justin Dutraive, Beaujolais, Les Bulands
Vintage 2018
Style Red
Region Beaujolais
Varieties Gamay
ABV 12.50%
Soils Granite-dense soils
Tasting Note A deeply aromatic wine with notes of wild strawberries, blackberries, and a touch of spice. The palate is supple and structured, with velvety tannins and an elegant mineral finish that beautifully mirrors the granite soils.
Justin Dutraive, Fleurie, Pieds d'Aroux 6/1.5L
Vintage 2017
Style Red
Region Beaujolais
Varieties Gamay
ABV 12.50%
Soils Granite
Tasting Note This Fleurie offers a bouquet of crushed red berries, peony, and wet stone. Silky and layered on the palate, it reveals a subtle tension between its floral aromatics and mineral depth, leading to an expressive, lasting finish.
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