Is Beaujolais a good year 2016?
The 2016 Beaujolais vintage is widely considered a classic year although it didn’t quite match the dizzying success of the stellar 2015. The winter was mild and gave way to an unsettled spring. However, southern Beaujolais suffered less, and a hot summer led to a generous harvest.
What is Fleurie wine?
Fleurie is a well known Cru Beaujolais wine appellation for red wines from the Gamay grape variety. A Fleurie is typically light, silky and supple, with characteristic florality and bright aromas of blueberries and red fruit. Fleurie’s widespread recognition is often attributed to its evocative name.
What is similar to Fleurie wine?
These wines are more complex and are known to age well.
- Saint-Amour. The perfect Valentine’s Day wine.
- Juliénas.
- Chénas.
- Moulin-à-Vent.
- Fleurie.
- Chiroubles.
- Morgon.
- Régnié
What does Fleurie taste like?
Light, classic Fleurie aromas with a hint of raspberry. Deep and meaty in the mouth, with tastes that include those of dark fruit and chocolate. Luscious. Made from grapes taken from selected parcels.
Should Fleurie be chilled?
Another light-bodied red wine that can be chilled is a Fleurie which is made from the Gamay grape that is grown in Beaujolais, France. These wines are a firm favourite for their delicate floral aromas, subtle earthy notes and their surprising versatility when pairing with food!
What is the best year for Beaujolais?
2019 is probably the most consistently exciting vintage for Beaujolais since 1976, although we still have a soft spot for 2015. These wines have the classic lively acidity and vibrant aromas of the region’s reds from the indigenous gamay grape with lots of floral, spice and licorice notes.
What grape is Fleurie?
Gamay grape
Fleurie wines are some of the most highly regarded in Beaujolais – made from the Gamay grape variety, they are light, silky and supple, with characteristic floral and berry aromas.
What do you eat with Fleurie wine?
Food Pairing: I always serve my Fleurie very slightly chilled and have found it to pair rather well with sausage, Boudin Noir (read: Blood Sausage/Black Pudding), Quiche Lorraine, Roast Chicken, cheeses such as Cantal, Reblochon, and Saint Nectaire, or the traditional Andouillette (read: chitterling/intestine sausage) …
What is Brouilly wine?
Brouilly is an appellation for red wines produced from vineyards in central-north Beaujolais. While the appellation applies only to red wines, the white grape varieties of Chardonnay, Aligoté and Melon de Bourgogne are allowed to make up 15 percent of the vineyard area.