Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes - Morgon - Javernières - Red - 2023

Wine:

From the lower slopes of the Py climat, the 2023 Morgon Javernières Red presents a fresh nose with aromas of stone fruit that carry through to the palate. The wine is both ripe and graceful, with fine tannins and a polished texture. Its graphite undertones and pronounced minerality reflect the unique character of the terroir, showcasing a true sense of place. Best enjoyed in two to three years, this wine has the potential to age beautifully over the next 15 years. Rated 94/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, 80% whole grapes, vinified and aged in cement vats.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Good intensity of red, with some bright carmine highlights.

Nose:

Stone fruit and burlat cherry fragrances.

Palate:

Gracieuse et serrée à la fois sur un fruit frais, cette cuvée offre un jus à la trame finement acidulée et aux tanins fins et serrés.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Traditional pâté en croûte, onglet de boeuf à l'échalote, filet de boeuf sauce marchand de vin, volaille rôtie.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2031, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A true benchmark for Morgon and awarded 3 stars in The RVF Guide, Domaine Louis-Claude Desvignes produces wines of exceptional depth and character, among the most captivating in the region. Avoiding clichés and excess, these wines showcase the purest expression of Morgon’s finest terroirs. Vinified without oak, they exhibit a youthful structure that hints at their remarkable aging potential—a testament to their precision and quality.