Alice, Fleurie

Château Gaillard · Beaujolais, France

Fleurie is located at the center of the ten Beaujolais Cru, on the Western side of the Beaujolais hills, allowing the vineyards to benefit from warm morning sunshine during growing season. The wine is silky, supple with delicate floral aromas, and bright aromas of blueberry and red fruits. Tannins are delicate and integrated.

Farming
Certified HVE (High Environmental Value)

Harvest Method
Hand harvested

Varietal
Gamay noir à jus blanc

Age of Vineyard
Planted in 1930 and 1970

Vessel
Foudre (50hl)

Vineyard Yield
35 hl/ha

Soil Type
Sandy soil

Annual Production
10.000 bottles

Vinification
Whole Bunche carbonic maceration for 10 days. Cold fermentation 18°C. Pneumatic press for gentle extraction of fruit and fine tannins. Alcoholic fermentation finishes in foudre of 50hl followed by malolactic fermentation.