Rating: 4.0/5

This Fleurie from Domaine Chignard displays a deep ruby colour with a clear clarity. The nose shows a medium intensity with primary aromas of raspberry, strawberry, and red currant, complemented by secondary notes of cloves and nutmeg. On the palate, the wine has a medium body with fine-grained tannins, medium acidity, and moderate alcohol, delivering a dry and medium flavour intensity with primary flavours of raspberry, strawberry, and cranberry.

At a glance

  • Type: Red
  • Appearance: clear, deep, ruby
  • Nose: medium; raspberry, strawberry, red currant / cloves, nutmeg
  • Palate: Body medium, Tannin medium, Acidity medium, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel fine grained, Flavour intensity medium
  • Tastes: raspberry, strawberry, cranberry
  • Finish: medium
  • Development: Fully Developed
  • Readiness: drink now but it will age
  • Balanced: yes
  • Complex: yes

Food pairings

  • Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • Spicy beef tacos with roasted vegetables
  • Creamy mushroom risotto with parmesan
  • Roasted duck breast with cherry compote
  • Pan-seared salmon with lemon butter
  • Vegetarian quinoa bowl with roasted sweet potatoes