Division Wine Co. 'Les Petits Fers' Gamay Noir 2024

“Les Petits Fers” is Division Wine Co.’s joyful, early-release Gamay—crafted to be vibrant, juicy, and immediately delicious. The 2024 shows fresh red fruit, floral aromatics, and savory herbal notes wrapped in a light, energetic frame. Think of it as Oregon’s answer to Beaujolais: fresh, playful, and wildly food-friendly.

Quick Facts

• Region: Oregon (Willamette Valley + Pacific Northwest sourcing)

• Producer: Division Wine Co. (Division-Villages)

• Vintage: 2024

• Grape: 100% Gamay Noir

• Winemaking Style: Carbonic + semi-carbonic maceration

• Style: Early-release, chillable red

• Aging: Neutral vessels to preserve freshness and fruit

• Drinkability: Made to enjoy young and fresh

Tasting Profile

• Body: Light–Medium

• Acidity: Bright and energetic

• Primary fruit: Red cherry, raspberry, cranberry

• Floral: Violet, lilac lift

• Savory & spice: Light herbs, subtle earthy/tea notes

• Texture: Silky, juicy, low tannin

• Finish: Fresh, lively, thirst-quenching

Why We Love It

This is the ultimate “any night” red. It’s juicy and fun but still thoughtfully made, and it converts people into Gamay fans instantly. Perfect for customers who love Beaujolais, chillable reds, or Pinot Noir but want something more playful and affordable.

Winemaking

Fruit is fermented using a mix of carbonic and semi-carbonic maceration to highlight Gamay’s juicy fruit and floral aromatics. The wine is made to be fresh, vibrant, and ready to drink young, emphasizing fruit purity and lively acidity over structure and oak influence.

Serving & Pairing

Serve slightly chilled (50–55°F).

Perfect pairings:

• Charcuterie, pâté, and picnic fare

• Roast chicken, turkey, or pork

• Pizza and burgers

• Grilled vegetables and mushrooms

• Weeknight pasta dishes

Estate Overview

Division Wine Co., founded in Portland, Oregon, focuses on Old World–inspired wines from Pacific Northwest vineyards. Their Division-Villages line is dedicated to approachable, terroir-driven wines made with minimal intervention and a strong emphasis on balance, freshness, and drinkability.