Stéphane Aviron Domaine de la Madrière Fleurie 2019

Francia / Borgoña / Beaujolais

Clay & limestone soils. Biodynamic cultivation. 13.0% vol.

Appellation: Beaujolais Cru

Grape Variety: 100% Gamay

Winemaking: Fermented in stainless steel vats for 12-15 days and then aged for 12 to 14 months in a combination of new and used oak casks. Each parcel is vinified separately and a final blend is produced before bottling.

Awards: Wine Searcher: 90 points (average)

Tasting Notes: Deep carmine colour. Forward aroma of red fruit & fresh flowers, especially violet and roses. Elegant, silky texture with more cherry fruit flavour and a long finish. Serve with warm weather meals, especially salads or lighter meat dishes. Best enjoyed 2021 to 2025.

Presentation: Cardboard boxes of 12 bottles.
Availability: Limited.

What do the experts say?

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William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "Notes of sweet strawberries, plums and red fruit compote introduce the 2016 Fleurie Vieilles Vignes Domaine de la Madrière, a medium to full-bodied, juicy wine that's nicely concentrated but quite firm and structured, especially on the finish. It's a little unyielding right now, but I wouldn't bet against it."

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