Clos de la Roilette - Fleurie - Red - 2023

Wine:

Wonderfully ripe, the 2023 Red Fleurie delivers everything one could hope for in a Gamay from a beautifully mature vintage. This refined wine offers a precise, elegant expression, shaped by discreet aging. Expect aromas of macerated red berries, silky tannins, a vibrant yet dense balance, and a long, lingering finish. This Fleurie ticks every box—including its price. Rated 94/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. 100% whole grapes, fermented for 8 to 12 days in cement vats with constant temperature control. Aged for 8 months in oak casks.

Color:

Bright red with vermilion highlights.

Nose:

Intense aromas of macerated red fruits.

Palate:

Well-balanced, with beautifully ripe fruity notes, this wine is fresh and dense, with delicate tannins and a long finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Delicate charcuterie, pâté en croûte, grilled meats, grilled veal chop and garden vegetables.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2031, and beyond for enthusiasts.

Tended by the Coudert family for nearly 60 years, Clos de la Roilette captures the true spirit of Beaujolais with wines made without frills—traditionally vinified with whole-cluster fermentation and aged in large foudres with no new oak.

Rooted in Fleurie, but also present in Brouilly and Moulin-à-Vent, the 14-hectare vineyard produces dense, fleshy wines with impressive aging potential.

A true institution in the region and awarded one star in the French wine guide RVF, Clos de la Roilette remains a favorite among wine lovers and top restaurants alike, prized for the intensity and depth of its wines—beautiful tributes to Gamay at its finest.