Fleurie Lieu-dit "La Chapelle des Bois" 2023

The vines, boasting an impressive 40 years of age, draw from this exceptional terroir to produce grapes of unparalleled quality, yielding wines that encapsulate the essence of Fleurie's renowned elegance and character. The soil, characterized by coarse sand interspersed with granite pebbles, fosters unique mineral qualities in the wine.

70% of the grapes undergoes a meticulous destemming process before embarking on fermentation in stainless steel tanks, where indigenous yeasts initiate the transformation. Throughout this crucial stage, pumping-over is delicately practiced, omitting punching down techniques to uphold the wine's inherent fruitiness and freshness. Following fermentation, the wine embarks on a 15-month aging process in oak barrels sourced from Seguin Moreau, where it develops complexity and depth, while still retaining the delicate nuances of its terroir.

2023 was a generous and rewarding year for Fleurie. A warm winter gave way to a haphazard spring before ideal flowering conditions ensured a healthy crop. July and August brought alternating periods of heat and rain, maintaining moderate sugar accumulation and freshness rather than the concentration of 2022. Harvest began in late August, with producers who picked before heavy mid-September rains securing the best fruit. The wines are ripe, round, and supple, with elegant freshness and a luscious character that makes them approachable from release.

This wine presents an enchanting bouquet on the nose, characterized by floral aromas, sweet spices, and the tantalizing scent of very ripe red fruits. It unveils a palate of remarkable elegance and balance, showcasing the nobility of Gamay.

Pairs with savory herb-crusted lamb chops, grilled portobello mushrooms stuffed with goat cheese, a tangy ratatouille, or a gourmet spinach and feta stuffed chicken breast.