Morgon 2019
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France / Beaujolais
Full bodied yet supple red wine from gamay vines in the prestigious Morgon Cru Beaujolais zone. Old vines here are ideally suited to the harsh summer conditions and the unique diorite volcanic soils. These wines are fermented slowly with natural yeasts, and aged in concrete vats, stainless steel tanks, and oak barrels. The final assemblage is a true ambassador for this fine Cru of Beaujolais.
Harvest Note
2020 was a vintage full of challenges including frost, heat spikes, drought and humidity at various points in the season. Despite these events the wines show a profound delicacy and generous texture yet with the structure to age for many years.
Tasting Note
Quite dark in color, this wine tends to be dense and chewy upon release, with an internal power and bold structure. The stony and earth elements are prominent early, slowly diffusing into mocha, black fruit, and hints of white peppar.
Technical Data
GRAPES: Gamay 100%
APPELLATION: Morgon AOC
PH: 3.59
ACIDITY: 3.32 g/l
ABV: 14.35%
AGING: Various parts of the cuvee are aged in concrete vats, stainless steel tank, and oak barrels, before being assembled to the final blend.
Unique Selling Points
- Truly unique expression of a fascinating terroir and soil type
- Morgon wines have gained attention recently for their vibrant presence
- Vines are farmed sustainably and with minimal intervention
- Cru Beaujolais represents one of the very best values among fine wines
- 92 Wine Advocate; 92 Wine & Spirits
Julie Pitoiset – Chateau des Jacques Technical Director
About the Grape
Gamay
Gamay is loaded with bright, plump raspberry and cherry fruit, with notes of black pepper.
