Sensational is the word that comes to mind when describing the 2015 vintage in Beaujolais. Of course, we are talking about the cru of Beaujolais, the ten villages within that region whose wines stand apart from the remainder of the region, which explains why the name of the cru alone — without the word Beaujolais — appears on the label. Fleurie is one of the top cru of Beaujolais. The 2015 from Château de Fleurie is pure charm. It conveys a wonderful mixture of red fruit flavors and minerality. Unlike Beaujolais Nouveau, fruitiness or sweetness is not the focus. It’s a perfect choice now with a roast chicken, hamburgers, or even pasta.
Château de Fleurie, Fleurie (Beaujolais, Burgundy, France) 2015
By Michael Apstein