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    Domaine du Chapitre Fleurie

    2019
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    History

    The beautiful 35-hectare estate in the village of La Chapelle de Guinchay includes Beaujolais Crus (Morgon, Fleurie and Saint-Amour), Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages, Bourgogne Chardonnay and Mâcon-Villages.

    Fleurie

    Grape variety

    Gamay

    Origin

    This appellation is located in the North of the Beaujolais, in the town of Fleurie. It adjoins the Crus Chiroubles, Morgon and Moulin-à-Vent and is itself one of the 10
    Beaujolais Crus.

    Soil

    The soils are composed of pink granite.

    Vinification

    Traditional vinification. Maceration in open, temperaturecontrolled stainless steel tanks. Long fermentation during which pumping over is performed. The wines are aged on fine lees for 10 months in stainless steel.

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    Fleurie

    sensory characteristic

    Colour

    Deep and shiny purple.

    Nose

    A nose of red fruits (strawberries, raspberries) accompanied by floral aromas: roses, iris.

    Palate

    A round mouth with light tannins, a long and elegant finish.

    Recommendations

    Excellent with grilled meat (lamb chops or pork), delicate white meat (rabbit, chicken), chicken terrine. It also pairs very well with river fish or quenelles. Soft cheeses (Camembert, Brie...) and Goat cheeses.

    Serving

    14°c-15°C

    Cellar potential

    Drink within 4 years.

    2019

    Atypical Climatic Conditions and Gourmand Wines

    The 2019 vintage in Beaujolais was marked by atypical climatic conditions, with a mild winter followed by a cool and wet spring, then a hot and dry summer. After early budbreak in late March thanks to mild temperatures, a cold snap and abundant rains in April and May slowed the vegetative cycle, delaying flowering by about two weeks compared to 2018.

    The summer was then hot and dry, with several heatwaves exceeding 35°C in July and August. This summer drought caused slight water stress, concentrating the grapes but limiting yields. The harvest began around September 10 in early sectors, one week later than the previous year, and ended around September 23-24 with quantities generally in the average, even slightly exceeding forecasts for some winemakers.

    Red Wines

    The 2019 Beaujolais red wines show beautiful concentration, silky tannins, and good acidity bringing freshness and tension. The Beaujolais Nouveaux 2019 delighted with their gourmand fruitiness and drinkability, helping to clear the remaining stocks from the small 2018 harvest. This vintage should contribute to continuing the positive dynamic of Beaujolais among consumers.


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