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Domaine Chermette - Morgon Les Micouds 2020

Morgon|Red wine

3.9/5 (13 customers)

93/100

Robert Parker

92/100

Gilbert & Gaillard

15,5/20

Bourgogne Aujourd'hui

15,5/20

Beaujolais Aujourd'hui

Gamay

spicy

red berries

powdery tannins

"A thoroughbred"

“Notes of cherries, blackcurrants, earthy tones, and spices introduce Chermette’s 2020 Morgon Les Micouds, a medium- to full-bodied, layered, and lively wine built around velvety tannins and succulent acidity. Deep and savory, it is an elegant interpretation of this rich vintage. ” (Wine Advocate 2021)

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Estate

Domaines Chermette (ex Domaine du Vissoux)

Vintage

Les Micouds

Vintage

2020

Designation

Morgon

Region

Beaujolais

Grape Varieties

100% Gamay, vignes de 50 ans

Regions

Blue Granites

Viticulture

Reasoned, HVE 3

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

A traditional Beaujolais wine made using the semi-carbonic method with whole clusters, with two 10-minute pump-overs per day and 9- to 11-day maceration in concrete tanks

Livestock Farming

6 to 8 months in stainless steel tanks

Alcohol content

13.5%

Eye

Intense, brilliant color with violet highlights

Nose

Notes of raspberry, plum, chocolate, and spices

Palate

Deep, supple, and luscious, with excellent concentration, silky tannins, and lovely acidity

Serve

At 14-16°C

Drink before

2025

Food and Wine Pairings

Pairs well with cheeses (Camembert and Saint-Marcelin), red and white meats, Asian cuisine...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated 3*Stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)

About the estate:

Martine and Pierre-Marie Chermette are gradually handing over the reins to their son, Jean-Étienne Chermette, who wasted no time in implementing some significant changes. In particular, the estate’s name: Domaines Chermette, replacing Domaine du Vissoux. That said, the essentials remain the same: 31 hectares of red Beaujolais, 5.5 hectares of white Beaujolais, and 16.50 hectares of crus in Fleurie, Brouilly, and Moulin-à-Vent. The estate, renowned for the richness and roundness of its wines, seems to have adopted a more austere style in recent vintages—perhaps one better suited for aging. Nevertheless, the quality remains consistently high, with special mention going to the “Garants” and “Les-Trois-Roches” from 2016.

Bourgogne Aujourd'hui

Wine rated 15.5/20

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100 (Excellent wine)

2022-Rated Estate (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

Notes of cherries, blackcurrants, earthy tones, and spices set the stage for Chermette’s 2020 Morgon Les Micouds, a medium- to full-bodied wine that is layered and lively, built around velvety tannins and succulent acidity. Deep and savory, it is an elegant expression of this rich vintage.

About the estate:

Jean-Étienne Chermette continues to craft one of the region’s most reliable portfolios at this landmark estate in southern Beaujolais. As I’ve written before, old vines, meticulous yet traditional winemaking, and aging in large oak casks are the cornerstones of the approach here. The young Chermette, who has also launched his own label—discussed in this feature—reminded me that the estate earned Terra Vitis certification in 2018, which is definitely a step in the right direction. The 2021 vintage here, as elsewhere, marks a return to a lighter, more ethereal, and succulent style of Beaujolais than the recent hot, dry vintages have tended to offer—but here, these qualities do not come at the expense of flavor or substance.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated Estate (2023 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the estate:

The estate’s slogan, “the art of making wine as close to the grape as possible,” perfectly reflects the style of artisan winemaker Pierre-Marie Chermette, who is now joined by Jean-Étienne, one of his sons. He began his career on his parents’ 10 hectares in southern Beaujolais before acquiring 20 hectares in the Fleurie and Moulin-à-Vent appellations, and then in Brouilly in 2008. The wines revolve around a core of mature fruit that charms while respecting the identity of the terroirs. A sign of quality, the wines age gracefully even in challenging vintages.

Gilbert & Gaillard

Wine rated (2022 guide) 92/100 (+ double gold)

About the wine:

Light garnet color with purplish highlights. The nose is bursting with red and dark, blood-red fruits, with a peppery floral undertone. Seductive on the palate, with a vibrant mouthfeel that offers a luscious sensuality. Slender tannins and a silky texture. A long, fresh finish. A true champion.

James Suckling

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

Beaujolais Aujourd'hui

Wine rated 15.5/20

Customer Rating

3.9/5

based on 13 reviews