Morgon 2008 - Wine

Appellation

Morgon - Cru du Beaujolais

Varietal

100 % Gamay

Estate vines

2 ha

Average Vine Age

50 years

Soil composition

Schist, manganese

Pruning

Gobelet

Harvest

Manual

Density of Vines

8 000 vines/ha

Average yield

40-50 hl/ha

Description

The second largest cru after Brouilly lies in one village only. Here, Gamay produces generous, robust wines which are fruit-forward with notes of cherry, kirsch and apricot. With a good cellaring potential Morgon comes close to a Burgundian Pinot Noir. Appellation size: 1 079 ha

Winemaking

Traditional vinification with controlled temperature.

Tasting note

A lovely, intense red color, with a nose of red fruits and notably strawberries characterize this wine. The mouth is round and supple.

Suggested food pairings

Roasts, charcuterie, meat dishes with wine sauces, wild game with mushrooms and rich cheeses.

Serving temperature

13°C