Domaine de la Madone
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 7 years from the vintage, when its vibrant floral aromas and bright red fruit flavors are at their peak.
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Classic French charcuterie, roast chicken with herbs, and grilled pork chops.
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Nestled on the steep, pink-granite slopes of the Fleurie appellation in Beaujolais, Domaine de la Madone is named after the historic hilltop chapel built in the 19th century to shield the surrounding vineyards from harm. Under the curation of the legendary Georges Duboeuf, this wine represents the pinnacle of Fleurie's elegant, floral style. Made from 100% Gamay grapes grown in the decomposed granite soils known locally as 'arene', the wine undergoes traditional semi-carbonic maceration. This process coaxes out a velvety texture and an aromatic bouquet of violets, iris, and fresh red berries, embodying the poetic and graceful heritage of the region.
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Founded in 1964 by the visionary Georges Duboeuf in Romanèche-Thorins, Les Vins Georges Duboeuf is credited with popularizing Beaujolais wines, particularly Beaujolais Nouveau, on a global scale. The family-owned merchant house works closely with local growers to showcase the diverse terroirs of the region, from the vibrant, fruit-forward Gamay of the Beaujolais AOC to the structured, age-worthy Cru expressions of Morgon and Moulin-à-Vent. Their portfolio includes celebrated estate partnerships such as Jean Descombes and Clos des Quatre Vents, alongside varietal wines from the Pays d'Oc and Rhône. Today, the estate continues to champion the expressive, approachable, and elegant red wines of eastern France under the guidance of the Duboeuf family.