Manuel Girard, Fleurie 'Initiatique' 2023 Nebbiolo more delicate style but still

more delicate style but still with plenty of that earthen

As opposed to a crooner

Shy on the nose

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

it comes as no surprise that Fred’s spirited work lives on through the wines

Manuel Girard, Fleurie 'Initiatique' 2023 Nebbiolo more delicate style but stillPlace: 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%