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Morgon Domaine Emile Cheysson
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Morgon Domaine Emile Cheysson

Silky and aromatic Morgon from vines more than 120 years old.

Country, Region: France, Beaujolais
Grape: Gamay
Vintage: 2024
ABV: 13%
Food friend: Cote du Boeuf
£19.50 Single bottle
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Full of perfumed blackberries and macerated strawberries, this is an aromatic, full bodied, complete wine with silky tannins and a flavoursome finish.

Jean-Pierre Large has an old poster in his tasting room advertising Chiroubles ‘Vin de Copains', a wine for sharing with friends, joyful and not too serious. With 36 years at the helm of this family Domaine, his experience is valid and extensive and his wines are meticulously made but remain joyful and very drinkable. The vines cover 26 hectares and are spread over 100 parcels in this famously hilly and very beautiful Beaujolais Cru, all with the granite soil which suits Gamay so well producing a juicy yet nervy and expressive style. The main house is set in the heart of the village of Chiroubles, on land that was originally cleared to make way for vines by the Monks of Cluny in the 17th Century. They built a priory on the site and remains of this monastic history can be seen in the ancient cellars which are still used to age and store the Domaine's wines today.

Les Delys is a particular lieu-dit situated on the best slopes of Morgon, and where winemaker Jean-Pierre describes as the cradle of his family. His grandfather and father were born here and 30% of the vines growing here were also planted by his grandfather, making them over 120 years old.

Production is traditional, 25 - 50% of the bunches are de-stemmed depending on the year and then semi-carbonic maceration takes place and lasts 12 days. The wines then age in tank for 6 months before bottling.

This really is a wine that lends itself to good food and good company. Push the boat out with a côte de boeuf or roasted duck with a fruit sauce. Jean-Pierre also suggests sausage cooked in wine or venison (as long as its not too gamey). For some meat free options, roasted vegetables or strong, soft cheeses like reblochon are ideal.

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