and the only one whose entire production consists of sparkling wine
affordability
creamy chicken or pork pasta dishes
Tasting Notes: An attractive and delicate pink-orange color with coppery reflections
Tasting Notes: Orange-brown color
2023 Les Vins de la Madone, Gilles Bonnefoy, "La Madone" Cotes du Forez, 100% Gamay undiscountable and the only one whoseFrom: Upper Loire, France Varietal: Gamay Tasting Notes: This Gamay from the Cotes du Forez AOC, located on Frances Massif Central, near the headwaters of the Loire river, is like the volcanic cousin of Cru Beaujolais. Grown at high elevations on a mix of volcanic and granitic soils, this wine balances the nimble freshness of its fruit (think redcurrants, tart cherries, plums, and blackberries) with the textural richness, minerality, and woodsiness