Notes: Bettane & Desseauve 16/20, Robert Parker 87+/100
The Morgon Roche Noire is a purist of its appellation, full of finesse and opulence. A great Morgon! “A full-bodied, mineral wine, rich in expression, full of energy and tension. Not recommended for those who prefer fruity flavors. ” (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2010 – Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
A deep garnet red color with ruby and violet highlights
Nose
powerful, with floral notes (lilac, iris, dried hibiscus flowers), a hint of toast and spice
Palate
A full-bodied texture and a clean, crisp attack, with well-ripened tannins that lend finesse and richness. A long, smooth, and spicy finish...
Serve
decant at 18°C
Open
1 hour
Drink from
2010
Drink before
2015
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des viandes rouges marinées aux épices, des gibiers à poils, un cuisseau de chevreuil grillé aux herbes...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2014 guide) Selected (An estate or winery that impressed us with one or more of its wines, though we are unable to offer a general assessment of the style of its entire range)
About the estate:
"This estate, formerly Château Bellevue, is the Morgon counterpart to Château des Jacques in Moulin-à-Vent. The same brilliant team, led by Jacques Lardière, crafts wines in a similar spirit, producing full-bodied, generous wines that have, over the past two years, evolved toward greater precision. The 2005 and 2006 vintages will serve as benchmarks for the entire region. We have a soft spot for the Terres-Noires, one of the most flavorful and accomplished Morgons of 2005. In 2006, the Morgon Côte-de-Py clearly takes the lead. 2007 is the last vintage produced here; the wines have been sold under the Château des Jacques label since the 2008 vintage.”
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2014 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
(Jadot) “This prestigious wine merchant boasts one of the most extensive ranges and a superb collection of terroirs, spanning 150 hectares and distributed across five continents, in more than sixty countries. Jacques Lardière, the company’s winemaker since 2009, has smoothly handed the reins over to Frédéric Barnier. 2012 will be his first vintage. Pierre-Henri Gagey, the CEO, continues to acquire Burgundian vineyards and has even established a winemaking facility dedicated to Burgundy wines in Givry, in the Côte Chalonnaise.”
Customer rating
3/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. CHRISTOPHE T. Published on January 6, 2014
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