Manuel Girard, Fleurie 'Initiatique' 2023 Nebbiolo with the usual cherries and

with the usual cherries and strawberries before leaning into passion-fruit and peach

an ancient variety of Chardy

As opposed to a crooner

it's a beauty in every sense

Manuel Girard, Fleurie 'Initiatique' 2023 Nebbiolo with the usual cherries andPlace: Beaujolais, France Grape: Gamay Vibe: Fresh As A Daisy Meticulous, is Manuel Girard. Fruit from vines planted within the Champagne Lieu Dit in Fleurie. Good spot. This is dialled in. Plenty of stem showing but they're ripe and adding shape and spice, pairing nicely with the riper fruit from this warm vintage. My notes from this are glowing, with much mention of seduction, brooding fruit and yummy tannin. Dive in. ABV: 14%