"Cherries, oranges, ripe strawberries, and hints of licorice on the nose of this silky, medium-bodied to full-bodied red wine. Flavorful, ripe, and full of red fruit." (James Suckling 2025) Don't be like the Prussians in 1870—don't run away from this lady!
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Eye
Crimson color with purple highlights
Nose
Attractive nose, floral aromas of wilted rose, iris, violet
Mouth
Round and powerful with lovely fine, velvety tannins, fruity and floral notes
Serve
At 13-15°C
Open
1 hour in advance for young vintages
Drink before
2034
Guard
10 to 12 years old
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with wild boar bourguignon, andouillette sausage, salted pork with lentils, pan-fried mushrooms...
Bettane & Desseauve
Winery rated 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
Established for five generations on Fleurie's most famous vineyard, La Madone, the Després family produces a very consistent range of elegant and balanced Fleurie wines. Arnaud, Jean-Pierre Després' son, created the Niagara estate in 2005. This year, he is set to take over the family estate and manage the entire operation. This is a daunting task on a famous but challenging vineyard. The latest vintages live up to the estate's reputation, and the wide range of wines offers a safe choice at a reasonable price.
Decanter
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
About wine:
An elegant Fleurie with complex oak influence, combined with notes of black cherries, vanilla, and sweet caramel. Fresh acidity, velvety tannins, and a long, mineral finish. The oak is present but promises to integrate better with time.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Settled since 1984 with his wife Maryse, Jean-Marc Després, one of the leaders of Fleurie, handed over his estate in 2018 to his son Arnaud, who now manages 18 hectares near an iconic location in the appellation: the Chapel of Our Lady. Another label: Dom. du Niagara.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking and, as such, all the estates listed in it, even those without stars, represent, in our opinion, the excellence of French production.)
About the estate:
Jean-Marc Després is a discreet winemaker who speaks to you with his eyes... and with his wines! His son Arnaud joined him in 2005. He took over his great-grandfather's vineyards, which he distributes under the Domaine Niagara label, modified the vine management and planted new plots, including Viognier on granite. With its warm welcome, honest wines, and delicious food, La Madone is a delightful stop in Beaujolais.
Jancis Robinson
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 90/100
About wine:
The Fleurie Dame de la Pétoche 2022 has a more floral bouquet than the Vieilles Vignes and shows greater precision and purity. The palate is medium-bodied, with aromas of ripe, sweet blueberries. It is quite velvety but lively and vibrant on the finish, leaving you wanting more. Delicious.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
About wine:
Cherries, oranges, ripe strawberries, and hints of licorice on the nose of this silky, medium-bodied to full-bodied red wine. Flavorful, ripe, and full of red fruit. Drink now or cellar.
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