2023 Les Vins de la Madone, Gilles Bonnefoy, "La Madone" Cotes du Forez, 100% Gamay undiscountable Now-early 2025

Now-early 2025

affordability

and the only one whose entire production consists of sparkling wine

I went to a school in Paris to learn the trade

especially the outstanding Larmandier Cramant Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs and the exquisite Cramant Grand Cru Special Club

2023 Les Vins de la Madone, Gilles Bonnefoy, "La Madone" Cotes du Forez, 100% Gamay undiscountable Now-early 2025From: Upper Loire, France Varietal: Gamay Tasting Notes: This Gamay from the Cotes du Forez AOC, located on Frances Massif Central, near the headwaters of the Loire river, is like the volcanic cousin of Cru Beaujolais. Grown at high elevations on a mix of volcanic and granitic soils, this wine balances the nimble freshness of its fruit (think redcurrants, tart cherries, plums, and blackberries) with the textural richness, minerality, and woodsiness