"The Morgon Cuvée 3.14 2016 is a beautiful wine in the making, unfolding in the glass with scents of rose petals, blood orange, sweet wild berries, smoked meats, and subtly reductive top notes that dissipate in the glass. On the palate, it is medium-bodied to full-bodied, velvety and enveloping, with a deeper and more reserved profile than Foillard's spectacular Côte du Py 2016 . " (Wine Advocate 2019 - William Kelley) A sparkling, deep Morgon.
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Eye
Beautiful intense and deep garnet color
Nose
Concentrated and rich, with aromas of fresh black fruits and characteristic kirsch nuances.
Mouth
Dense and generous, intensely fruity, velvety finish, captivating aftertaste
Serve
At 14-15°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with lamb, terrines, duck, cheese...
Bettane & Desseauve
Winery rated 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
The Morgon appellation is fortunate to have so many leading estates within its ranks. Jean and Agnès Foillard offer a particularly fruity and fresh expression. The Fleurie and the 3.14 cuvée are always released a little later than the Morgons. While the work in the vineyards and in the cellar is admirable in its approach, one cannot help but mention the slight animal notes that some cuvées suffer from, sometimes losing all the capital of their origin. This is frustrating because one can clearly sense the very high quality in the structure of the wines produced.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2019 guide) 95+/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The Morgon Cuvée 3.14 2016 is a beautiful wine in the making, unfolding in the glass with scents of rose petals, blood orange, sweet wild berries, smoked meats, and subtly reductive top notes that dissipate in the glass. On the palate, it is medium-bodied to full-bodied, velvety and enveloping, with a deeper and more reserved profile than Foillard's spectacular Côte du Py 2016, supported by succulent acids and framed by powdery tannins. At present, the gap between the two cuvées is not very pronounced, but I expect it to open up over time and for the more concentrated but equally balanced 3.14 to begin to relax.
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 quality winemakers producing good-quality wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Jean Foillard is one of the leading names in the Beaujolais region. A series of misfortunes led to his removal from the Guide Vert, so it was only natural to reinstate him. Known for his "natural" style, Jean cut his teeth at the family estate in 1981. With a steady hand, he has maintained a free style, but without deviation, resulting in very consistent and very deep wines. Organic viticulture, sulfur-free vinification, whole harvest and barrel aging are not the only keys to success, of course. Because to produce these "free" but precise wines, meticulous monitoring under the microscope is one of the fundamental parameters. Jean Foillard is gently passing the baton to his son, Alex. After traveling the world and taking over a few hectares of vines in his own name, Alex is gradually taking over the reins with the desire to continue his father's work, while infusing it with his own sensibility. There has been a noticeable improvement in the latest vintages tasted, which leads us to consider a second star.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 2 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. VINCENT J. Published on 05/18/2025
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Review and opinion by Mr. PAUL C. Published on 02/08/2021
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