Wines Fleurie Domaine Des Marrans - Clos du Pavillon - 2023

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The Domaine Des Marrans "Cuvée Clos du Pavillon" 2023 from Fleurie AOC offers a quintessential expression of Beaujolais’ famed Gamay grape, showing both the aromatic clarity and the exuberant fruit so prized in this appellation. The vineyard’s granite soils impart a distinctive mineral touch, complementing the vibrant red berry notes—think wild strawberries, raspberries, and a touch of violet. The 2023 vintage brings forward a particularly fresh and youthful rendition, boasting silky tannins and a subtle peppery finish. Traditional vinification in cement or stainless steel preserves the grape’s lively fruitiness, with semi-carbonic maceration contributing layers of aromatic complexity without over-extracting tannin.

Located in the northern part of Beaujolais, the Fleurie appellation is often described as one of the most elegant and perfumed of the ten Beaujolais crus. The region benefits from a temperate continental climate, promoting optimal grape ripening while maintaining vital acidity. The sandy, pink granite soils are key to Fleurie's hallmark finesse, granting the wines their delicate fragrance and notable suppleness. Beaujolais’ viticulture heritage dates back to Roman times, but it is this unique terroir and dedication to the Gamay variety that have established Fleurie’s international renown for silky, aromatic reds.

Pairing options with this Fleurie are wide and inviting. Its lightness and fragrance make it a delightful partner for poultry—try roasted guinea fowl or chicken with morel mushrooms—as well as charcuterie and creamy cheeses like Brillat-Savarin. Fleurie wines also enhance regional dishes such as “Cervelas Pistaché en Brioche” or a simply prepared Lyonnaise salad. For vegetarians, a mushroom risotto or beetroot tart brings out the wine’s earthy nuances.

To fully appreciate the aromatic delicacy and juicy freshness of this wine, serve at 14-15°C. Decanting for half an hour is advisable to help the youthful flavours express themselves. Enjoy within the next three to five years to capture all the vibrancy of the 2023 vintage.