Notes: Gerbelle & Maurange 16/20, Gold Medal Paris
“A rosé wine with the scent of iris bulbs. It opens delicately with a refined texture and a peppery, salty finish. A fine representation of the appellation in a bottle count that commands respect. Best enjoyed in two years. ” (The Gerbelle & Maurange Guide 2012)
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Eye
a beautiful purplish-red color
Palate
A smooth, very fruity wine with fine but pronounced tannins
Serve
at 13-15°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2012
Drink before
2014
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des viandes blanches, des volailles, une andouillette... <br/>
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 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.
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
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. LIONEL L. Posted on July 18, 2013
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Review by Mr. JACQUES T. Published on April 9, 2013
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