AOC Morgon, (Beaujolais), France - 100% Gamay from old vines (vieilles vignes) over 70 years old, planted on decomposed granite and sandy soils around Villié-Morgon, one of the most renowned locations in Beaujolais for the depth and character of its wines. Viticulture is practiced organically and with biodynamic influences, without herbicides or synthetic products, and with hand-harvesting that guarantees healthy, ripe fruit with low yields.
In the winery, vinification is carried out in a traditional, minimal-intervention manner: the grapes are fermented as whole clusters with indigenous yeasts, without destemming, and without temperature control. This allows for a gentle and respectful extraction that preserves the varietal aromas and the energy of the terroir. The wine ages for 6–10 months on its lees in used Burgundy barrels (228 L) to round out the tannins without masking the fruit and the minerality typical of the granite soil. Aging in used barrels also contributes to a silky and complex texture, maintaining the purity and vibrancy of the old-vine Gamay.
In the glass, the Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2024 presents a translucent ruby red color with aromas that combine wild cherry, raspberry, flowers (violet), and a light touch of spice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, vibrant, and fresh, with fine tannins, well-integrated acidity, and a close relationship between fruit and minerality, giving it length and structure without losing the transparency of the terroir. It is a food wine that pairs well with roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, charcuterie, or grilled white meats, served around 14–16°C.
