JouJou 2022, Clos Bateau

JouJou 2022 – Clos Bateau | Electric natural wine from Lantignié

Joujou or Glouglou? Discover the crackling energy of JouJou 2022, a sparkling natural wine from Clos Bateau, nestled in the heart of Lantignié — a village insiders fondly call the ‘hidden eleventh Cru’ of Beaujolais. Wild, spicy and full of character: this is Beaujolais at its purest and most vibrant!

Lieux-dits: Les Monthieux, Montmerand

Altitude: +/- 330M

Soil type: decomposed pink granite with clay and quartz

All our wines are naturally made: unfiltered, unfined, wild-fermented, and without added sulfites

👃 Tasting Note – Lively, energetic & irresistible

The nose of JouJou 2022 bursts with aromas of cherry cola, ripe blackberries, dark chocolate, soft vanilla and a delightful hint of spice. On the palate, this natural wine is playful and fresh, with an almost electric, tingling mouthfeel that brings a smile with every sip. Glouglou at its best!

📍 Terroir & Vinification

• 🌍 Origin: Lantignié, Beaujolais – hidden gem just north of Lyon
• 🍇 Grapes: Gamay vines ≥ 50 years old, a small parcel of Chardonnay & Qvevri-aged Pinot Noir
• 🗿 Soil: Granite and clay with old layers adding rich minerality
• 🍷 Vinification: Natural wine with wild yeasts, minimal intervention, spontaneous fermentation, partly aged in buried Qvevri amphorae
• 🐷 Extras: Free-roaming pigs, goats and chickens among the vines
• 📦 Production: Limited and locally exclusive

🍽️ Food Pairing

JouJou 2022 pairs perfectly with characterful dishes:

• 🧀 Luxurious cheese board with creamy and sharp cheeses
• 🦆 Roasted duck with a slightly sweet sauce
• 🥙 Roasted vegetables with Provençal herbs
• 🍗 Grilled chicken with rosemary

Serve lightly chilled (12–14°C) for maximum freshness and energy.

👨‍🌾 About Clos Bateau

Clos Bateau is the bold adventure of Thierry & Sylvie Klok de Visser, who swapped the vibrant streets of Amsterdam for the calm beauty of Lantignié in 2019. Their 5.5-hectare vineyard is a living canvas: old Gamay vines, a shaded Chardonnay parcel and a unique plot of Pinot Noir matured in buried Qvevri amphorae — yielding just about 760 bottles per year.

Besides wine, they craft their own ceramics from their vineyard’s clay and host a cheerful family of pigs, goats and chickens roaming freely among the trees. Clos Bateau is known for its wild, spicy wines full of character — truly a fresh breeze in Beaujolais!

✅ Summary – Why choose JouJou 2022?

• ⚡️ Playful natural wine bursting with energy
• 🍒 Aromas of cherry cola, blackberries, dark chocolate and spice
• 🍷 Lively, dancing and electric on the palate
• 🧀 Perfect with cheese boards and roasted duck
• 🗿 Old Gamay vines, Qvevri-aged Pinot Noir, biodiverse vineyard
• 🐷 Free-roaming animals, handmade ceramics, pure authenticity
• 📦 Limited production – locally exclusive

JouJou 2022 isn’t just wine; it’s an experience that brings together raw nature, craftsmanship and pure joie de vivre in every glass! Santé! 🍷✨