# Fleurie (2022)

- **Producer:** Maison Jane Eyre
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Gamay
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €33
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 13–15 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, rose, violet, raspberry, strawberry, blueberry

## About this wine

Fleurie Maison Jane Eyre 2022 is a red wine from the Fleurie AOC in Beaujolais, Burgundy, France, primarily made from the Gamay grape. Maison Jane Eyre was founded by Australian winemaker Jane Eyre in 2011, who is known for her minimalist winemaking philosophy focused on terroir expression. The Fleurie appellation is recognized for its elegant and floral wine styles, often referred to as 'The Queen of Beaujolais'. Jane Eyre's approach emphasizes purity of fruit and minimal intervention. The 2022 vintage in Beaujolais was characterized by a warm growing season, contributing to the richness of the wines.

## Interesting facts

- Fleurie is often called 'The Queen of Beaujolais'.
- Jane Eyre was the first Australian and woman to be named 'Négociant of the Year' by La Revue du Vin de France.
- Beaujolais wines are almost exclusively made from the Gamay grape.
- The appellation produces over 2 million bottles annually.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and moderate tannins complement the protein in dishes like lamb and pork. Its inherent fruitiness and subtle floral notes can bridge with the earthy flavors of mushrooms and herbs, while its acidity helps to cut through richer sauces and fattier meats.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Fleurie Maison Jane Eyre 2022 likely involves traditional Beaujolais techniques such as carbonic or semi-carbonic maceration, often with whole-cluster fermentation. Spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts is also a common practice, aiming to capture the vineyard's unique microbial profile. Aging may occur in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit purity or in French oak barrels, with the percentage of new oak carefully managed to complement rather than dominate the wine. Harvests are typically conducted with attention to grape ripeness and quality. Jane Eyre's approach emphasizes minimal intervention to allow the terroir to express itself.