2011 Fleurie La Madone, Jean-Marc Despres (Magnum)

Jean-Marc Després is a respected winemaker from Beaujolais, particularly known for his work at Domaine La Madone in Fleurie. Dedicated to crafting high-quality Gamay wines, he emphasizes traditional winemaking techniques and sustainable vineyard practices. His wines from the famed La Madone hillside are celebrated for their elegance, vibrant red fruit flavors, floral aromatics, and refined minerality. With a focus on terroir-driven expression, Jean-Marc Després produces wines that balance freshness, silky tannins, and complexity, making them both approachable and age-worthy.