“The 2016 Morgon Cuvée 3.14 is a beautiful wine in the making, unfolding in the glass with aromas of rose petals, blood orange, sweet wild berries, smoked meats, and subtle reductive top notes that fade away in the glass. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, velvety, and enveloping, with a deeper and more reserved profile than Foillard’s spectacular 2016 Côte du Py.” (Wine Advocate 2019 - William Kelley) A deep, sparkling Morgon.
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Eye
A beautiful, deep, intense garnet color
Nose
Concentrated and rich, with aromas of fresh black fruits and characteristic notes of kirsch
Palate
Rich and full-bodied, intensely fruity, with a velvety finish and a captivating aftertaste
Serve
At 14-15°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with lamb, terrines, duck, cheese...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more conventional and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
The Morgon appellation is indeed fortunate to be home to so many leading estates. 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 plague certain cuvées, sometimes causing them to lose all the character of their origin. This is a frustrating observation, as the structure of the wines clearly reveals their exceptional quality.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2019 guide) 95+/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2016 Morgon Cuvée 3.14 is a beautiful wine in the making, unfolding in the glass with aromas of rose petals, blood orange, sweet wild berries, smoked meats, and subtle reductive top notes that fade away in the glass. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, velvety, and enveloping, with a deeper, more reserved profile than Foillard’s spectacular 2016 Côte du Py, supported by succulent acidity and framed by powdery tannins. At present, the difference between the two vintages isn’t very pronounced, but I expect it to open up over time and for the more concentrated yet 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 wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Jean Foillard is one of the key figures in the Beaujolais wine scene. 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 starting 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. For producing these “free-spirited” yet precise wines, meticulous monitoring under the microscope is one of the fundamental factors. Jean Foillard is gently 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 continue his father’s work, while infusing it with his own sensibility. There is a noticeable progression in the latest vintages tasted, which suggests the potential for a second star.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. VINCENT J. Posted on May 18, 2025
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Review by Mr. PAUL C. Posted on 02/08/2021
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