Kewin Descombes Cuvee Keke Beaujolais

Wine Type: Red
Vintage: 2023 
Bottle Size: 750mL
Grape Variety: Gamay
Appellation: Beaujolais AOC
Country: France
Region: Beaujolais
Producer: Kewin Descombes
Winemaker: Kewin “Kéké” Descombes
Vineyard: Sourced from family and neighboring parcels of younger vines
Soil: Predominantly granite and sandy-clay
Farming: Organic (practicing), hand-harvested
Alcohol: 12.5%
Fermentation: Native yeasts, semi-carbonic maceration in concrete, aged in a mix of cement and neutral oak, minimal sulfur

Tasting Note:
The Cuvée Kéké is Kewin Descombes’ signature bottling-playful, energetic, and true to Beaujolais’ spirit. Bursting with red cherries, strawberries, and violets, the palate is juicy yet finely balanced, showing a crunch of cranberry and a faint herbal edge. Semi-carbonic lift gives brightness and aromatic lift, while soft tannins and vibrant acidity make it endlessly drinkable. A wine for charcuterie boards, burgers, pizza nights, or simply a slight chill on a warm day.

About the Producer:
Kewin “Kéké” Descombes, son of acclaimed vigneron Georges Descombes, has quickly made a name for himself as one of Beaujolais’ rising stars. Taking inspiration from his father but forging his own style, Kewin farms organically and vinifies with a light touch: native yeasts, semi-carbonic macerations, neutral aging, and minimal sulfur. The result is wines with purity, energy, and joyful drinkability-bottlings that capture the essence of Gamay without pretense. Cuvée Kéké is his calling card: approachable, fruit-driven, and packed with charm.