Domaine de la Madone Fleurie Cuvée Tradition 2024
Domaine de la Madone Fleurie Cuvée Tradition is an expressive, silky French red wine crafted by the Despres family in the heart of Beaujolais. Grown on the steep, south-west facing slopes of the iconic La Madone hillside in Fleurie, the estate's old Gamay vines are rooted in pink granite soils that soak up the afternoon sun, giving the fruit generous ripeness alongside a stony mineral freshness. Hand-picked whole bunches are fermented without any heavy oak to let the natural charm of the vineyard shine through. Crushed raspberries, wild strawberries, and sweet red cherries jump straight from the glass, lifted by Fleurie's signature floral perfume of violets and rose petals. On the palate, it feels supple and medium-bodied with soft, velvety tannins and a clean, juicy finish. Effortless to enjoy at room temperature or lightly chilled for twenty minutes in the fridge, this is a wonderful bottle for relaxed weekend lunches and midweek suppers alike. Pair it with a classic Sunday roast chicken, pan-fried duck breast, a slice of traditional pork pie, or a creamy Brie.


