Fleurie, Beaujolais Wine
Fleurie du beaujolais naturel, bio et biodynamique
The Beaujolais wine region stretches from the south of Mâcon to the north of Lyon. It's a fairly large area that includes 12 Appellations d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC), with an exceptional diversity of soils. Among these 12 appellations, one stands out: Fleurie.
Fleurie covers just under 900 hectares, with mostly pink granite soils (sandy) and some gentle slopes, and includes 10 lieux-dits—such as Fleurie La Chapelle des Bois from Domaine de la Grand’Cour. Beyond its ideal soils, Fleurie is protected by a chain of ridges (Avenas, Durbize, Labourons), and at 425 meters above sea level sits la Madone, the landmark of Fleurie’s vineyards and the appellation’s highest point.
Fleurie wines are often described as the most feminine of the Beaujolais crus thanks to their very delicate and fruity character. They're radiant—like the Chaos cuvée by Yann Bertrand. Fleurie wines show notes of iris, violet, red fruits, and vineyard peach. Their intensity varies depending on geographic location, as each lieu-dit has a unique terroir.
Over a hundred winemakers share the appellation. It's up to you to discover our many different Fleurie wines.
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All You Need to Know About the Fleurie Appellation
What is the Fleurie Appellation?
Fleurie is one of the most iconic crus of the Beaujolais. Located between Morgon and Chiroubles, it spans nearly 900 hectares, mainly on crumbly pink granite soils that give the wines their unique finesse. The appellation is protected by the Avenas and Durbize ridges, and reaches its highest point at La Madone, over 425 meters in altitude. This high-altitude terroir, combined with excellent exposure, produces delicate, elegant and aromatic Gamay wines.
Fleurie is composed of 10 main lieux-dits, each offering unique nuances depending on elevation, soil depth or granite density. The climate is slightly cooler, allowing for slow and balanced ripening — ideal for subtle wines with fine tannins and pronounced floral expression.
What food pairs with a Fleurie?
Fleurie wines are known for their freshness and aromatic finesse, making them great companions for delicate dishes. In their youth, their floral and fruity notes pair perfectly with grilled vegetables, roast poultry, or a mushroom quiche.
With more structure (depending on the terroir), they also pair beautifully with duck breast, pink veal chop or even pan-fried river fish such as herb-seasoned trout. Serve slightly chilled to reveal their full vibrancy — ideal for summer or vegetarian cuisine.
What are the best Fleurie wines?
The Fleurie appellation is home to some of the most inspiring natural winemakers in Beaujolais. The Famille Dutraive estate is a true reference, with fine, vibrant and honest cuvées, crafted without additives.
Guy Breton is another standout — his Fleurie wines combine crisp fruit, smooth structure and mineral freshness, perfect to explore the appellation’s full richness. In a bold, energetic style, the cuvées of Yann Bertrand (Les Bertrand) showcase the vitality of Fleurie's best granite terroirs — luminous, intensely aromatic and always full of emotion.
