Jean Foillard Morgon 'Cuvée Corcelette' is a highly sought-after wine produced by the renowned winemaker Jean Foillard. The wine comes from the Morgon appellation in the Beaujolais region of France, which is known for producing some of the finest Gamay wines in the world. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Corcelette vineyard, which is known for its granite soils and steep slopes. Foillard uses traditional winemaking techniques, including whole-cluster fermentation and aging in old oak barrels, to create a wine that is elegant, complex, and full of character. The wine is known for its bright red fruit flavors, silky tannins, and long, mineral-driven finish. It is a perfect example of the high-quality, terroir-driven wines that can be found in the Beaujolais region.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Jean Foillard Morgon 'Cuvée Corcelette' is a magnificent expression of Gamay from the Morgon appellation in Beaujolais.The nose reveals aromas of ripe cherries, blackberries, black pepper, and a hint of violet. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and balanced, with a rounded texture and fine tannins. Anise, earthy notes, and a hint of bramble fill the finish. This is an excellent, age-worthy wine that captures the essence of traditional Beaujolais.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Gamay
ORIGINS
Winery: Jean Foillard
Region: Beaujolais
Beaujolais is a wine region located in the south of Burgundy, France. It is known for its light-bodied, fruity red wines made from the Gamay grape. The region has a long history of winemaking, with evidence of vineyards dating back to the Roman era.