Morgon AOP – Georges Descombes – Vieilles Vignes – red

Description

The Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2021/22 from Georges Descombes is an emblematic wine of the Morgon terroir, one of the most prestigious crus of Beaujolais. It comes from vines over 50 years old, planted on granite and schist soils, which give the wine a unique minerality and great complexity. The estate, run according to the principles of natural and biodynamic viticulture, respects the balance of the ecosystem and yields grapes of the highest quality.

The hand harvest ensures a rigorous selection of the bunches, which are then partially destemmed before fermentation. This wine is made using the traditional Beaujolais method with semi-carbonic fermentation, which better preserves the aromas of fresh fruit while encouraging the extraction of supple, fine tannins. Ageing takes place mainly in stainless steel vats, allowing the wine to retain its freshness and vitality, while giving it the necessary complexity.

The Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2021/22 shows a deep, luminous ruby red colour, typical of wines made from Gamay. The nose is very rich, offering a complex aromatic palette: ripe red fruit such as cherry, raspberry and touches of blackberry mingle with floral notes of violet and spicy hints of white pepper and liquorice, all on a delicate mineral background.

On the palate, this wine is generous and balanced, with a clean, lively attack supported by lovely acidity that underlines the freshness of the fruity aromas. The tannins are supple and fine, offering a silky texture that caresses the palate. The wine evolves harmoniously with fine structure, marked by remarkable length and a lingering finish with hints of red fruit and damp earth, typical of the great Morgon wines.

This Morgon Vieilles Vignes is a wine of great complexity and rare elegance, which can be enjoyed now for its freshness and youth, or kept for a few years to let deeper, more nuanced aromas develop.

This wine will pair perfectly with grilled meats, dishes in sauce, mature cheeses such as Comté or Cantal, or quality charcuterie. Serve between 14 and 16°C after a little aeration to release the full richness of its aromas.