Thanks to the old vines, whose grapes are smaller and more concentrated, this wine is a true distillation of Gamay’s finest aromas. It is a wine with aging potential that will charm you with the finesse and purity of its fruit.
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Eye
Deep ruby color with violet hues
Nose
Ripe with notes of red berries, with a subtle peppery edge
Palate
Rich and smooth on the palate, velvety, with a focus on fruit
Serve
At 13-15°C
Open
1 hour ahead of younger vintages
Drink before
2032+
Guard
Ages 8 and up
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with veal blanquette, Bresse chicken in cream sauce, or rack of lamb with thyme blossoms...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more conventional 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 consistently high-quality range of elegant, well-balanced Fleurie wines. Arnaud, the son of Jean-Pierre Després, founded the Domaine du Niagara in 2005. He is expected to take over the family estate this year and will henceforth manage the entire operation. It is a daunting task on a famous yet challenging vineyard. The most recent vintages live up to the estate’s reputation, and the wide range of wines offers a safe choice at a reasonable price.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated wine (2026 Guide) 1*Star (2023 Vintage) (A very successful wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Jean-Marc Després, one of the leading figures in Fleurie, has been based there since 1984 with his wife Maryse. In 2018, he handed over his estate to his son Arnaud, who now oversees 18 hectares located near an iconic site of the appellation: the Chapel of the Madonna. Another label: Dom. du Niagara.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated wine (2025 guide) 92/100 (2023 vintage) (An outstanding wine)
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 here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
Jean-Marc Després is a reserved winemaker who speaks to you through his eyes… and through his wines! His son Arnaud joined him in 2005. He then took over his great-grandfather’s vineyards, which he markets under the Domaine Niagara label, revised the vineyard management practices, and planted new plots, including Viognier on granite. For the warmth of its welcome, the authenticity of its wines, and the delicious food at its inn, La Madone is a delightful stop in Beaujolais.
Jancis Robinson
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100 (2023 vintage)
Customer rating
(2023 vintage)
4.3/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Mr. Gilles D. Published on June 25, 2025
A resounding success, this 2023 Fleury shines with its sunny character, its rounded profile, and its concentration on the palate—all of which contrast beautifully with its great suppleness, lovely freshness, and incredible smoothness. The structure, underscored by a subtle minerality, is enveloped by soft, slightly rich tannins that are velvety to perfection, allowing the brilliance and purity of beautiful, crisp, slightly spicy red fruits to shine through. The savory finish impresses with its intensity, rounded by a hint of cocoa. It possesses all the qualities needed for comfortable aging. Although still youthful, this Fleurie is already a true delight paired with Bresse poultry in a fresh morel sauce. Rating = 4.4.
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Review by Mr. GILBERT N. Published on January 19, 2026
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Review by Mr. BENOIT L. Published on March 15, 2025
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