2022 George Duboeuf Domaine La Madone Fleurie France

GW says: Perched high above the village on sandy, sun-kissed soils, La Madone delivers a Fleurie that lives up to its poetic name. This is Gamay in its most graceful form—floral, supple, with the signature Duboeuf polish that never misses the mark. The 2022 vintage was a "solar" vintage with a very hot, dry, and sunny growing season, leading to wines with more concentrated fruit flavors, and a richer mouthfeel.

Grapes: 100% Gamay 

Appearance: Bright ruby with soft violet reflections—inviting and luminous in the glass.

Aroma: A lifted bouquet of peonies, crushed raspberry, rose petals, and a hint of wet stone.

Palate: Silky and refreshingly pliant, with red berry charm, fine tannins, and a cooling minerality that lingers.