The 2023 Domaine Chermette Fleurie Poncié (1500ml) is a beautifully perfumed and finely structured Gamay from one of Beaujolais’ benchmark family estates. Produced from old vines on the granite-rich slopes of the historic Poncié vineyard in Fleurie, the wine reflects the Chermette family’s traditional and terroir-focused approach, balancing vibrant fruit with floral elegance and mineral freshness. The nose reveals wild strawberry, red cherry and raspberry layered alongside violet, rose petal and subtle spice, giving the wine remarkable lift and aromatic charm.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with silky tannins, bright natural acidity and a finely etched mineral core. Layers of juicy red berry fruit, delicate floral notes and gentle savoury complexity are balanced by freshness and supple texture, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent finesse and drinkability. Traditional semi-carbonic vinification preserves the purity and perfume of Gamay while allowing the vineyard’s mineral detail and structure to shine through with clarity. The magnum format enhances freshness and ageing potential, allowing the wine to evolve slowly and gracefully over time.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Domaine Chermette Fleurie Poncié is a superb Cru Beaujolais — perfumed, elegant and beautifully expressive with vibrant fruit and excellent finesse. Perfect lightly chilled with roast chicken, charcuterie, duck, mushroom dishes or classic French bistro fare. Enjoy now or cellar comfortably through 2035+.
