2024 Fleurie Cuvee Madone, Domaine de la Madone

Producer: Domaine de la Madone Wine: 2024 Fleurie Cuvee Madone Varietal: 100% Gamay Tasting Notes: Cuvée Madone is a strikingly expressive Beaujolais sourced from 60-year-old Gamay vines on the La Madone hillside. It shows a bright ruby color and opens with a lifted, perfumed bouquet of fresh red berries—strawberry, raspberry, and cherry—interwoven with classic Fleurie florals of violet and a subtle stony, granite-derived minerality. On the palate, it is supple and medium-bodied, delivering pure, juicy fruit supported by vibrant acidity and fine, well-integrated tannins that add quiet structure without weight. The wine balances immediate charm with finesse, staying light on its feet while maintaining definition and depth. The finish is clean and gently spiced, with lingering red fruit and floral lift, capturing a refined, fruit-driven style that remains elegant and true to its hillside origins. Food: The 2024 Fleurie, a floral and fruit-driven Beaujolais Cru, is a highly versatile food wine thanks to its light body, supple texture, and bright, refreshing acidity. It pairs effortlessly with a wide range of dishes, from poultry and lighter meats such as roast chicken, grilled pork, duck confit, and veal scaloppini, to more delicate preparations like frog legs. It also works beautifully with creamy pasta dishes, quiche, and Mediterranean-style salads, where its freshness helps lift richer or herb-forward flavors. On the cheese board, it’s an easy match for soft cheeses like Brie and goat cheese, as well as firmer, aged styles such as Comté and Gruyère. Beyond lighter fare, Fleurie’s gentle structure and juicy fruit allow it to complement charcuterie, pâtés, and even more savory grilled or sauced dishes of beef, lamb, or duck, making it a remarkably adaptable and food-friendly table companion. Cellaring: Drink now or hold 2-3 years after bottling