Yohan Lardy represents the modern heartbeat of Beaujolais: deeply rooted in history, quietly radical in practice, and unapologetically focused on terroir. Based in the village of Fleurie, Lardy farms old vines in Moulin-à-Vent that date back more than a century, working organically and by hand, with an emphasis on low yields and long élevage. His approach sits somewhere between tradition and Burgundian precision—whole clusters when the vintage allows, gentle extraction, and patient aging that lets Gamay express structure, depth, and longevity rather than simple fruitiness.
What immediately sets Lardy’s wines apart is their seriousness without heaviness. These are not caricatures of Beaujolais, nor are they wines chasing Burgundy. Instead, they show Gamay’s full range: vivid fruit, mineral tension, floral lift, and an underlying iron-tinged power that Moulin-à-Vent does better than anywhere else. The 2024 vintage captures this beautifully, offering freshness and energy while still delivering the depth that makes these bottles worth cellaring.
The Poppy Gamay Vin de France is your entry point, and a dangerously drinkable one at that. Juicy red berries, crushed flowers, and a bright, crunchy finish make this the perfect everyday bottle—chilled slightly, it disappears fast. It’s pure, unpretentious pleasure, and at this price, it’s the kind of wine you’ll wish you’d bought by the case. Stepping up, the Moulin-à-Vent “Les Michelons” introduces a more structured side of Gamay: darker fruit, subtle spice, and a firm mineral backbone that hints at the cru’s aging potential while still drinking beautifully now.
At the top of the range sits the VV de 1903 Moulin-à-Vent, sourced from vines planted in—you guessed it—1903. These old vines bring extraordinary concentration and nuance: black cherry, violets, iron, and savory depth, wrapped in fine tannins that promise years of evolution. The 750ml is a must for anyone who loves serious Beaujolais, while the 1.5L magnum is a rare opportunity—magnums of this wine are incredibly limited and offer even greater aging potential and pleasure over time. These are bottles that convert skeptics and thrill collectors.
All four wines are on sale through Friday. This is one of those moments where Beaujolais shows exactly why it deserves a place alongside the world’s great wines—honest, expressive, and irresistibly drinkable. Don’t miss out on tasting them yourself.
What immediately sets Lardy’s wines apart is their seriousness without heaviness. These are not caricatures of Beaujolais, nor are they wines chasing Burgundy. Instead, they show Gamay’s full range: vivid fruit, mineral tension, floral lift, and an underlying iron-tinged power that Moulin-à-Vent does better than anywhere else. The 2024 vintage captures this beautifully, offering freshness and energy while still delivering the depth that makes these bottles worth cellaring.
The Poppy Gamay Vin de France is your entry point, and a dangerously drinkable one at that. Juicy red berries, crushed flowers, and a bright, crunchy finish make this the perfect everyday bottle—chilled slightly, it disappears fast. It’s pure, unpretentious pleasure, and at this price, it’s the kind of wine you’ll wish you’d bought by the case. Stepping up, the Moulin-à-Vent “Les Michelons” introduces a more structured side of Gamay: darker fruit, subtle spice, and a firm mineral backbone that hints at the cru’s aging potential while still drinking beautifully now.
At the top of the range sits the VV de 1903 Moulin-à-Vent, sourced from vines planted in—you guessed it—1903. These old vines bring extraordinary concentration and nuance: black cherry, violets, iron, and savory depth, wrapped in fine tannins that promise years of evolution. The 750ml is a must for anyone who loves serious Beaujolais, while the 1.5L magnum is a rare opportunity—magnums of this wine are incredibly limited and offer even greater aging potential and pleasure over time. These are bottles that convert skeptics and thrill collectors.
All four wines are on sale through Friday. This is one of those moments where Beaujolais shows exactly why it deserves a place alongside the world’s great wines—honest, expressive, and irresistibly drinkable. Don’t miss out on tasting them yourself.
5% off any 3-5 in-stock 2024 Yohan Lardy Beaujolais
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10% off any 6+ or more in-stock 2024 Yohan Lardy Beaujolais
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Sale ends Friday, December 26th at 9 am Pacific.
We have four in-stock Yohan Lardy 2024 Beaujolais on sale now:
Yohan Lardy “Vieilles Vignes de 1903” Moulin-a-Vent 2024 750ml $39 special, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 24 bottles in stock now
Yohan Lardy “Vieilles Vignes de 1903” Moulin-a-Vent 2024 1.5L $76 special, that’s $72.10 at 5% off and $68.40 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
No review for 2024 vintage, but 2023 provided for reference
James Suckling 98 points “It’s hard to wrap your head around this extraordinary Moulin-a-Vent, but give it time, and it will wrap itself around–and into–your head. The ripe forest-berry aromas have incredible depth, giving way to a mouth-filling, full-bodied palate that’s highly structured. Then comes a gigantic wave of mineral freshness, almost perfectly underlined by fine tannins. Lastly, it glides off into the distance, pulling you with it. From organically cultivated vines planted in 1903. Drink or hold.”
Yohan Lardy Moulin-a-Vent Les Michelons 2024 750ml $28 special, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.10 at 10% off, 23 bottles in stock now
No review for 2024 vintage, but 2023 provided for reference
James Suckling 97 points “This youthful Moulin-a-Vent has explosive berry fruit right across the spectrum of red, black and blue fruit. Stunning concentration and a wonderfully creamy texture on the medium-bodied palate. Extremely long and silky finish with fabulous balance and precision. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.”
Yohan Lardy Poppy Gamay Vin De France 2024 750ml $21.90 special, that’s $20.80 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 36 bottles in stock now
No review for 2024 vintage, but 2023 provided for reference
James Suckling 91 points “This is such a joyful expression of the Gamay grape with effusive summer berry fruit, including a good amount of raspberries. Juicy and zesty with so much vibrancy on the light- to medium-bodied palate. Surprising depth and length considering the the sleek frame of this wine. From organically grown grapes grown in Lancie, which is part of the Beaujolais-Villages appellation. Drink now.”