{"product_id":"julien-sunier-wild-soul-beaujolais-villages-magnum-2023","title":"Julien Sunier Wild Soul Beaujolais Villages MAGNUM 2023","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Ultimate \"Party in a Bottle\" – Freshness \u0026amp; Energy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn 2026, finding a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2023 'Wild Soul' in Magnum (1.5L)\u003c\/b\u003e is a major win for any social gathering. While Julien Sunier is famous for his serious Cru Beaujolais (Morgon, Fleurie, Régnié), 'Wild Soul' is his \"liberated\" entry-level wine. It is designed for maximum \"drinkability\" (Glou-Glou), prioritizing high-toned fruit and a refreshing, mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage was particularly kind to 'Wild Soul'. The luminous summer allowed the Gamay to reach a \"crunchy\" ripeness, while the high-altitude granite sites Sunier favors ensured the wine stayed light on its feet at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"221\"\u003e12.5% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy the Magnum?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Slow Aging\" Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e Magnums have a lower oxygen-to-wine ratio than standard 750ml bottles. In 2026, a 2023 'Wild Soul' Magnum will taste \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"145\"\u003efresher, more vibrant, and more \"alive\"\u003c\/b\u003e than a standard bottle from the same year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e Sunier literally calls this his \"convivial\" wine. A Magnum on the table signals a long, relaxed lunch or a celebratory dinner with friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe Terroir: \"Granite \u0026amp; Freedom\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If his Morgon is a \"velvet suit,\" Wild Soul is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003e\"linen and sunshine.\"\u003c\/b\u003e It is unpretentious, energetic, and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sourcing:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced from organic vineyards in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003ePerréon\u003c\/b\u003e, a high-altitude sector of the Beaujolais-Villages AOC known for its steep slopes and pure pink granite soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Craft:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Gamay, fermented with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003ewhole clusters\u003c\/b\u003e using a chilled \"ZEN\" carbonic maceration. It is aged entirely in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003estainless steel and concrete tanks\u003c\/b\u003e (no oak) to preserve every ounce of that primary, \"just-pressed\" grape flavor. It is bottled with minimal sulfur to keep the \"soul\" of the wine intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCurrent reviews from 2025\/2026 describe this Magnum as a \"fruit explosion\" with a sophisticated mineral backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eElectric and Primary.\u003c\/b\u003e It leads with a basket of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003ewild strawberries, raspberries, and red currants\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes in the glass, lovely notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"153\"\u003eviolet, bubblegum (the good kind), and wet stones\u003c\/b\u003e emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eCrisp and Refreshing.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is light and \"zippy,\" featuring flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003esour cherry and pomegranate\u003c\/b\u003e. There are almost no tannins here—just a smooth, silky texture and a \"thirst-quenching\" acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eClean and Zesty.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a persistent trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003ewhite pepper and crushed granite\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Gamay (Old vines from Perréon)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMagnum (1.5 Litres)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,1,0\"\u003eWhole-cluster carbonic maceration; native yeasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,4,1,0\"\u003eStainless steel \u0026amp; Concrete (Zero Oak)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12.5%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,6,1,0\"\u003eNatural Wine (Low sulfur, Unfiltered)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2025 – 2028.\u003c\/b\u003e While Magnums age longer, this wine is built for its youthful, \"crunchy\" fruit energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Picnic\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eCold Roast Chicken, Charcuterie, and Cornichons\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s acidity is the perfect foil for salty, fatty snacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Casual Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eBurgers, Pizza, or Fish Tacos\u003c\/b\u003e; its fruit-forward nature makes it a \"Swiss Army Knife\" for casual food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Surprise:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eSpicy Thai or Vietnamese salads\u003c\/b\u003e; the low tannins and bright fruit can handle a bit of chili heat remarkably well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, critics suggest serving 'Wild Soul' \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003edecidedly chilled (12–14°C)\u003c\/b\u003e. Because it’s a Magnum, it will take longer to cool down—give it at least 2–3 hours in the fridge or 30 minutes in an ice bucket. Since it is a natural wine, a quick \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"248\"\u003e10-minute decant\u003c\/b\u003e (yes, even for a \"light\" red) helps blow off any initial flintiness and lets the strawberry aromatics soar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122466595190,"sku":"'3760248250021","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/juliensunierwildsoul.png?v=1774190463","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/julien-sunier-wild-soul-beaujolais-villages-magnum-2023","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}