Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes - Morgon - Javernières - Red - 2023

Wine:

From the lower slopes of the Py climat, the 2023 Morgon Javernières Red presents a fresh nose with aromas of stone fruit that carry through to the palate. The wine is both ripe and graceful, with fine tannins and a polished texture. Its graphite undertones and pronounced minerality reflect the unique character of the terroir, showcasing a true sense of place. Best enjoyed in two to three years, this wine has the potential to age beautifully over the next 15 years. Rated 94/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, 80% whole grapes, vinified and aged in cement vats.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Good intensity of red, with some bright carmine highlights.

Nose:

Stone fruit and burlat cherry fragrances.

Palate:

Gracieuse et serrée à la fois sur un fruit frais, cette cuvée offre un jus à la trame finement acidulée et aux tanins fins et serrés.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Traditional pâté en croûte, onglet de boeuf à l'échalote, filet de boeuf sauce marchand de vin, volaille rôtie.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2031, and even longer for enthusiasts.

A benchmark in Morgon with 3 stars in the RVF Guide, Domaine Louis-Claude Desvignes crafts deep, soulful wines that are arguably among the most captivating in the region. Far from any stereotype or shortcut, these wines reflect the fine expression of Morgon’s best terroirs, enhanced by pure, oak-free aging. While firm in their youth, this only hints at their incredible aging potential!