Lafarge Vial - Fleurie 2019

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Employing the same intensity and artistry as their celebrated Domaine Michel Lafarge in Volnay, Frédéric and Chantal (née Vial) Lafarge began this Beaujolais project in 2014. With a little more than 4 hectares of vine (up to 70 years old) Gamay, planted in 5 parcels on steep granitic soil, the Lafarges produce Cru Beaujolais in Chiroubles and Fleurie.  Already organic, the transition to biodynamic has already begun. All farming is manual,with horse-ploughing on steep slopes. Winemaker Frédéric Lafarge uses traditional Burgundian vinification, including natural yeast fermentation in open concrete vats, 25% whole cluster, gentle extraction with remontage only. Short 12-month élevage in 228L and 350L used oak barrels.

The 2019 Fleurie is very pretty, soaring from the glass with scents of raspberries, peonies, warm spices and subtle soil tones. Medium-bodied, bright and lively, with terrific purity of fruit, lively acids and fine, melting tannins, this Bel Air-based blend has turned out beautifully.

 

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Price: $34.99

In Mixed Case: $29.74

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Producer	Lafarge Vial
Country	France
Region	Beaujolais
Subregion	Fleurie
Varietal	Gamay
Vintage	2019
Sku	16778
Size	750ml