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The Lafarge Vial Fleurie 2022 is an exquisite release from one of Beaujolais' most esteemed producers. Crafted from Gamay grapes cultivated on the storied pink granite slopes of the Fleurie Cru, this vintage encapsulates the essence of this revered terroir. Uniquely produced using traditional, biodynamic farming methods, the Lafarge Vial team painstakingly hand-harvested the bunches at optimal ripeness, ensuring rich and intense flavours.

The wine has undergone indigenous yeast fermentation and manual punch-downs, followed by meticulous ageing in used French oak barrels, accentuating its distinct charm. The Lafarge Vial Fleurie 2022 exudes delicate floral aromas reminiscent of violets, superimposed on a pallet of ripe strawberries and cherries. Its poised acidity and minerality are seamlessly interwoven, promising complexity and longevity.

From cellar to bottle, each step of the winemaking process was attentively undertaken by the legendary Lafarge family and their protégé, Justin Dutraive. The result—an enchanting embodiment of the Fleurie appellation's profound elegance.

Vinous (91+)

Vinous (91+)

Named among global connoisseurs' finest, the exquisite Lafarge Vial Fleurie Clos Vernay 2022 is a bourgogne gem, one of Burgundy's stars. From the esteemed Lafarge family, this splendid wine stems from the illustrious wine region of Fleurie, renowned for producing elegant and velvety offerings. It is made wholly from Gamay grapes, hand-harvested, and traditionally vinified in a perfect blend of oak and stainless steel, guaranteeing optimum maturation and exquisite flavours. Lafarge Vial's meticulous cultivation and vinification methodologies deliver an exquisite palate exploratory event. The Lafarge Vial Fleurie Clos Vernay 2022 is tealike in its aromatics—raspberry, cherry, and violet notes are evident. This full and well-structured wine is marked by precise minerality, defined tannins, and an impressive longevity that pays homage to its noble origins. Savour this truly magnificent, deeply aromatic wine that combines modern thriving measure and traditional wisdom impeccably.

Vinous (90)

Vinous (90)

Savour exquisite elegance with the Lafarge Vial Fleurie Joie Palais 2022, a Beaujolais treasure gracing fine wine collections. Laced with supple red fruit notes and poised floral accents, the Lafarge Vial lineage fundamentally showcases the expressive terroir nuances of Fleurie. Synonymous with traditional vinification, this wine is meticulously produced with hand-picked gamay noir grapes and cultivated in naturally sustained vineyards. Notable for slow ageing and minimal intervention, the magnificently complex flavours present a poetic harmony between modern wine rigour and age-old tradition. Its origins trace back to the revered Lafarge cellars, firmly rooted in the heart of Burgundy since 1795. Fargo Vial Fleurie Joie Palais 2022 is an excellent illustration of the winemaker’s skill, imbuing the wine’s old-world charm with a contemporary edge. Enjoy this gourmet, granitic treasure – a unique testament to the rich, time-worn soils – for a classic and rejuvenating experience.

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Presenting the enchanting 'Louis Boillot Moulin-a-Vent Les Brusselions 2018', a red wine of refined distinction. Distilled from hundred percent Gamay grapes, meticulously nurtured in granite soils of the Moulin-a-Vent appellation in Burgundy, France, this vintage exhibits a harmonious blend of complexity and elegance, emblematic of Louis Boillot's craftsmanship. Boillot, a seasoned fourth-generation vigneron from Volnay family, marries tradition with innovation, ageing the wine in French oak for up to eighteen months, producing a wine with rich fruity aromas and an intriguing mineral edge.

The Louis Boillot Moulin-a-Vent Les Brusselions 2018's bouquet is a delight to the olfactory sense, with captivating notes of ripe red berries, violets, and a whiff of spice. Deep ruby in colour, its palate offers an impressive structure and depth, featuring vibrant fruits with an underlying earthiness, culminating in a long and graceful finish that distinguishes itself in a league of its own.

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Immerse yourself in the French vineyard experience with the Marc Delienne Fleurie Abbaye Road 2019. Expertly created by notable winemaker Marc Delienne in Beaujolais, this red wine ensures an unsurpassed taste of France's premier winemaking region. Cultivated in granite-rich soil, this Gamay grape wine undergoes a process of whole cluster semi-carbonic maceration, which illuminates its fruity character while ensuring a tangible richness.

Marc Delienne, the winery's owner, follows the principles of biodynamic agriculture to stay true to traditional production techniques while ensuring the exceptional quality of each bottle. The exquisite Marc Delienne Fleurie Abbaye Road 2019 boasts refined tannins that marry harmoniously with hints of dark berry fruit, floral notes, elegance, and depth.

Achieve a unique tasting experience with layers of complexity and sophistication with the Marc Delienne Fleurie Abbaye Road 2019; a testament to Beaujolais' winemaking heritage.

Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015 hailing from Beaujolais area of France, embodies the spirit of old-world winemaking. This sophisticated Gamay cradles the senses with its enticing floral and red fruit fragrances, a nod to its moniker 'Avalanche of Spring'. Famed winemaker Marc Delienne, renowned for his eco-centric viticulture, adopts the biodynamic approach which accentuates the wine's nuanced flavours. The grapes undergo semi-carbonic maceration, before being aged for 12 months in seasoned oak. This wine displays balanced acidity and beautifully dances on the palate with vibrant red fruits and subtle earthy undertones. Marc Delienne's commitment to terroir-driven wines and minimal interventionism allows full expression of Fleurie’s granitic terroir. Enjoy the Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015, a shining beacon of Beaujolais' finesse, which aptly mirrors the artisanal winemaking skills of Delienne's Château de Bellevue tenure.

Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015 hailing from Beaujolais area of France, embodies the spirit of old-world winemaking. This sophisticated Gamay cradles the senses with its enticing floral and red fruit fragrances, a nod to its moniker 'Avalanche of Spring'. Famed winemaker Marc Delienne, renowned for his eco-centric viticulture, adopts the biodynamic approach which accentuates the wine's nuanced flavours. The grapes undergo semi-carbonic maceration, before being aged for 12 months in seasoned oak. This wine displays balanced acidity and beautifully dances on the palate with vibrant red fruits and subtle earthy undertones. Marc Delienne's commitment to terroir-driven wines and minimal interventionism allows full expression of Fleurie’s granitic terroir. Enjoy the Marc Delienne Fleurie Avalanche de Printemps 2015, a shining beacon of Beaujolais' finesse, which aptly mirrors the artisanal winemaking skills of Delienne's Château de Bellevue tenure.

The Marc Delienne Fleurie Maurice 2018 is a testament to the depth of terroir in Beaujolais. Synonymous with Marc Delienne's commitment to natural winemaking methods, this delightful Beaujolais showcases Gamay grapes at their finest. Sourced exclusively from 50-year-old vines and aged in a mixture of concrete and large older barrels, this wine is redolent with vivacious notes of cherry and strawberry, lifted by soft floral accents and underpinned by nuanced minerality. A true representation of Fleurie’s schistose soils, the Maurice 2018 is lithe and agile, dancing across the palate. Vinted in Grille Midi, a revered vineyard site where Delienne draws upon biodynamic viticulture methodologies, this burgundy resounds with a purity and elegance that speaks to the artisan's meticulous handcrafting of the wine. Delve into the refined sophistication of the Marc Delienne Fleurie Maurice 2018’s distinguished profile for an unforgettable imbibing experience.

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