Morgon "Les Charmes"
Situation
Beaujolais
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Gamay
Located west of the hamlet of Morgon, in the southernmost part of the appellation, the vines are planted on southeast-facing gentle slopes, at altitudes of between 350 and 400 metres.
The pebbly soil that has been heavily eroded lends our Morgon "Les Charmes" fleshy fruit and remarkable finesse.
Tasting
Rich nose combining scents of jammy fruit and spices with a hint of smoke. This generous wine boasts tannic structure that is softened by fleshiness. The finish is pleasingly long.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with charcuterie board, grilled or roasted meats and poultry, or with medium cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve at 14-15°C (57-59°F).
To taste young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Granitic soil with friable schist
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Thermo-regulated stainless steel tanks
Fermentation time
: 9 to 12 days
Ageing
Ageing: 50% in 350-litre barrels
Ageing time: 8 to 9 months
James Suckling.com (February 12th, 2019)
2017 Burgundy : A nuanced, terroir-driven vintage: 89/100
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