Desvignes Morgon Cote Du Py Cuvée Javernières Aux Pierres – 2023

From 90 year old vines planted on a mix of clay, slate and volcanic soils in a tiny “lieu-dit” of Morgon Javernières, this superb Beaujolais is packed with deep, dense dark cherry fruit flavours. Vinified using 50% whole bunches and matured for 10 months in large concrete eggs, it has silky smooth tannins and a refreshing bite of salty acidity to give freshness and balance. A serious wine with long ageing potential.

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The 2023 Morgon Côte du Py Javernières Aux Pierres, sourced from the lower slopes of Côte du Py near Javernières, sits atop a clay base with rocky schist. The nose is marked by violet petals alongside cool-toned blue and black fruits, toned with sweet soil and Indian spice. This wine is more defined by its structure than its flavor, beginning with pronounced volume on the attack before the tannins begin to assert themselves, carving the way for a long, well-defined and angular development, layered with complexity. Medium to full-bodied and precise, it remains focused, yet the presence of velvety fruit subtly softens the edges, lending a poised and measured presence.” 92/100pts Wine Advocate