Notes: RVF 17.5/20, Bettane & Desseauve 17.5/20
“As concentrated and rich as ever, with intense fruitiness, fresh black fruit pulp, a velvety finish, and a captivating aftertaste—a truly great wine from an exceptional vintage. It’s still fruit-forward, but should soon begin to close up. ” (The Bettane & Desseauve Guide to French Wines 2013)
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Eye
deep garnet color
Nose
Concentrated and rich, with aromas of fresh dark fruits
Palate
Intense fruitiness, velvety mouthfeel, captivating finish
Serve
at 13-15°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink starting at
2012
Drink before
2019
Food and Wine Pairings
A déguster sur de l'agneau, des terrines, du canard, des fromages... <br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable production, though a bit more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
The Morgon appellation is very fortunate to have so many leading estates among its ranks. Jean and Agnès Foillard offer a particularly fruity and fresh expression of the wine. The Fleurie and the 3.14 cuvée are always released slightly later than the Morgons. While their approach to work in the vineyards and the cellar is admirable, one cannot help but mention the slight animal notes that mar certain cuvées, sometimes causing them to lose all the potential of their terroir. This is a frustrating observation, as the structure of the wines clearly reveals their exceptional quality.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Jean Foillard is one of the leading figures in the Beaujolais region. A series of setbacks had led to his removal from the Green Guide; it was only natural to reinstate him. Known for his “natural” style, Jean cut his teeth at the family estate beginning in 1981. With a steady hand, he has maintained a free-spirited yet disciplined style, resulting in wines that are consistently excellent and deeply complex. Organic viticulture, sulfur-free winemaking, whole-cluster harvesting, and barrel aging are not the only keys to success, of course. To produce these “free-spirited” yet precise wines, meticulous monitoring under a microscope is one of the fundamental factors. Jean Foillard is gradually passing the torch to his son, Alex. After traveling the world and taking over a few hectares of vineyards in his own name, Alex is gradually taking the reins with the determination to carry on his father’s legacy while infusing it with his own sensibility. There is a noticeable progression in the most recent vintages tasted, which suggests the potential for a second star.
Customer Rating
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. EMMANUEL R. Published on May 30, 2015
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Review by Mr. PATRICE D. Posted on July 18, 2013
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