Yvon Métras
l'Ultime Fleurie Gamay
This was one of my contributions to the evening and this was easily one of the more compelling wines of the night, right up with the two 3.14’s by Foillard. While all the wines from Yvon Métras can be difficult to find, the “L’Ultime” is a unicorn. You hear about it; you read about it; you never see it. Popped and poured; no formal notes. The 2018 “L’Utlime” is about as deep, dark and concentrated a Beaujolais I have ever encountered. Yet, it remains unmistakably Fleurie…and unmistakably Métras as there were definitely some liberties taken in the cellar. That being said, it’s controlled and really lovely stuff. To be honest, I found this to be remarkably similar to the 3.14’s from Foillard however the L’Ultime is slightly more concentrated while still maintaining its trademark elegance. In contrast, the 3.14’s were a touch more structured and, frankly cleaner. Drink now with patience and through 2038.
This was one of my contributions to the evening and this was easily one of the more compelling wines of the night, right up with the two 3.14’s by Foillard. While all the wines from Yvon Métras can be difficult to find, the “L’Ultime” is a unicorn. You hear about it; you read about it; you never see it. Popped and poured; no formal notes. The 2018 “L’Utlime” is about as deep, dark and concentrated a Beaujolais I have ever encountered. Yet, it remains unmistakably Fleurie…and unmistakably Métras as there were definitely some liberties taken in the cellar. That being said, it’s controlled and really lovely stuff. To be honest, I found this to be remarkably similar to the 3.14’s from Foillard however the L’Ultime is slightly more concentrated while still maintaining its trademark elegance. In contrast, the 3.14’s were a touch more structured and, frankly cleaner. Drink now with patience and through 2038.
Aug 21st, 2023Most expensive Beaujolais ever. Give me red burgundy or Marcel Lapierre.
Most expensive Beaujolais ever. Give me red burgundy or Marcel Lapierre.
3 people found it helpfulJan 5th, 2014@BarBoulud with @mikemadrigale! Finally, a chance to be here for big bottles by the glass. Strawberries, perfect kiss of Brettanomyces, weight.
@BarBoulud with @mikemadrigale! Finally, a chance to be here for big bottles by the glass. Strawberries, perfect kiss of Brettanomyces, weight.
3 people found it helpfulMar 13th, 2013Sans sufre. High deliciousness factor.
Sans sufre. High deliciousness factor.
2 people found it helpfulJan 7th, 2013The ultimate cru Beaujo | Phenomenal | 2005 Yvon Métras Fleurie L'Ultime
The ultimate cru Beaujo | Phenomenal | 2005 Yvon Métras Fleurie L'Ultime
1 person found it helpfulSep 28th, 2014Founder Sandhi Wines & Domaine de la Côte, Evening Lands Vineyards, Seven Springs & Maison l'Oree
Magnums show you care!!
Magnums show you care!!
1 person found it helpfulNov 8th, 2013like a ballerina fart. elegant and gassy in the best way. at bar boulud.
like a ballerina fart. elegant and gassy in the best way. at bar boulud.
1 person found it helpfulOct 13th, 2013Obviously a super interesting/fun/complex wine but completely overrun with brett. It would blow off in the glass but return with a bottle pour.
Obviously a super interesting/fun/complex wine but completely overrun with brett. It would blow off in the glass but return with a bottle pour.
Jan 2nd, 20172014 Ultime is in town! Already straight up fantastic. Plush berries, funk, earth. Only a few bottles left at the restaurant. Will be hard to keep my hands off of it.
2014 Ultime is in town! Already straight up fantastic. Plush berries, funk, earth. Only a few bottles left at the restaurant. Will be hard to keep my hands off of it.
Oct 24th, 2015