COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Gamay
PRODUCER
Lafarge-Vial
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fleurie Clos Vernay is a red wine from the Beaujolais region of Burgundy, France, produced by Domaine Lafarge-Vial from 100% Gamay grapes. Founded in 2014, Domaine Lafarge-Vial extends the winemaking philosophy of Frédéric Lafarge and Chantal Vial from their Burgundian estate to Beaujolais. The Clos Vernay vineyard, a 1.3-hectare site on steep slopes of pink granite and quartz, contributes to the wine's minerality and structure. The estate practices certified organic and biodynamic viticulture, focusing on terroir expression and minimal intervention. The 2022 vintage is characterized by a 'prettier character and a sweet ball of fruit'.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Lafarge-Vial applies the same biodynamic farming to Beaujolais as they do in their famed Volnay vineyards.
Fact 02
The Clos Vernay vineyard is planted on steep slopes of granite and quartz.
Fact 03
Vines in Clos Vernay are over 50 years old, with some planted in 1975 and 1980.
Fact 04
The wine's structure is often likened to Pinot Noir.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Fleurie Clos Vernay is produced from 100% Gamay grapes. Following hand-harvesting, alcoholic and malolactic fermentation takes place in concrete tanks with indigenous yeasts. Approximately 15% to 25% whole cluster fermentation is employed. The wine then undergoes aging for 15 months in older oak barrels, specifically 228-liter and 350-liter demi-muids, with a focus on minimal intervention. The vineyard is farmed using certified organic and biodynamic practices.
