Fleurie

Fleurie is the third largest Beaujolais cru, covering 800 hectares. The decree recognizing the Fleurie appellation dates from September 11, 1936.

The Fleurie appellation covers a cultivated area of around 870 hectares, with annual production of around 45,000 hectolitres. The grape variety used is exclusively Gamay noir with white juice, for production exclusively of red wine. Fleurie wine is produced on an exclusively granitic subsoil that imparts finesse and charm to the wine.

The cru boasts 13 different climats listed by the INAO, all of which are terroirs producing a distinctive type of wine. From north to south of the Fleurie appellation, these include Labourons, Poncié, les Moriers, la Roilette, les Garants, Montgenas, la Chapelle des Bois, la Cote, le Bon Cru and Champagne. Fleurie seduces with its velvety, elegant, floral and fruity aromas of iris, violet, wilted rose, peach, blackcurrant and red fruit. With its lovely carmine color, it is often considered the most feminine of the Beaujolais crus. Perhaps this is due to the Madonna de Fleurie who, perched atop her hill, watches over the vines. This femininity is particularly evident in the crus of Domaine de La Motte, Domaine Chignard, Domaine de La Madone, Domaine du Vissoux and the wines produced under the aegis of Maison Coquard.