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The volcanic schist of the Côte du Py has long been the heart of Morgon, and Jean Foillard is one of the few vignerons who captures its depth with ease. His approach is famously simple and uncompromising, using old vines, organic farming, whole-cluster fermentations and long élevage without harsh extraction.
The 2023 vintage opens with lifted red fruit, violet and crushed stone, followed by deeper notes of dark cherry and subtle spice. The palate is silky and bright, driven by fresh acidity and a fine mineral undertone that keeps everything focused. The finish feels long and graceful. It is a vivid, beautifully shaped Côte du Py that reflects the energy of the vintage and the precision of Foillard’s hand.
Varietal: Gamay
Appellation: Morgon Côte du Py, Beaujolais, France
Farming: Organic; low-intervention winemaking
Style: Red. Silky, vibrant and mineral-driven
The volcanic schist of the Côte du Py has long been the heart of Morgon, and Jean Foillard is one of the few vignerons who captures its depth with ease. His approach is famously simple and uncompromising, using old vines, organic farming, whole-cluster fermentations and long élevage without harsh extraction.
The 2023 vintage opens with lifted red fruit, violet and crushed stone, followed by deeper notes of dark cherry and subtle spice. The palate is silky and bright, driven by fresh acidity and a fine mineral undertone that keeps everything focused. The finish feels long and graceful. It is a vivid, beautifully shaped Côte du Py that reflects the energy of the vintage and the precision of Foillard’s hand.
Varietal: Gamay
Appellation: Morgon Côte du Py, Beaujolais, France
Farming: Organic; low-intervention winemaking
Style: Red. Silky, vibrant and mineral-driven
