Morgon Château Gaillard - Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes
Morgon Château Gaillard - Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes
Domaine Luis-Claude Desvignes

Morgon Château Gaillard - Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information
Producer Domaine Luis-Claude Desvignes
Name Morgon
Variety Gamay
Gradation 13.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, earthy notes
Vinification method Traditional fermentation with carbonic maceration
Region Burgundy
Production area Beaujolais
Country France
Type Red wine
Aging 12-18 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 14-16°C
Recommended consumption Within 5-7 years
Pairing Red meats, aged cheeses

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The Morgon Château Gaillard from Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes is a genuine expression of Gamay, a characteristic grape variety of the Beaujolais region in France. This wine stands out for its rich array of aromas and a complex structure that perfectly embodies the personality of its terroir. On the nose, it opens with notes of ripe cherry and plum, followed by hints of black pepper and a slight minerality reminiscent of Morgon's granitic soil. On the palate, it is generous and velvety, with a tannic balance that promises excellent aging potential. The red fruit accents are well-balanced by a lively freshness leading to a persistently aromatic finish. Perfect to serve with robust red meat dishes or aged cheeses, the Morgon Château Gaillard from Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes offers a satisfying sip that celebrates the richness and diversity of Beaujolais.


The winery

Domaine Louis‑Claude Desvignes – Winery in Morgon (Beaujolais)

Discover the story and wines of Domaine Louis‑Claude Desvignes.

Family estate in Villié‑Morgon (Morgon, Beaujolais), renowned for its Morgon crus; it practices traditional winemaking with minimal intervention and matures mainly in concrete.
Region: Morgon (Beaujolais)
Country: France
Grapes: Gamay, Chardonnay
Address: 135 Rue de la Voûte, 69910 Villié‑Morgon. Wines focused on the crus of Morgon: Javernières, Côte du Py, La Voûte Saint‑Vincent, Les Impénitents, Corcelette, etc. Organic-oriented agricultural practices. Traditional winemaking, often parcel-by-parcel, with extended aging in concrete/œufs. Widely acclaimed by critics.
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Winery history
The estate has been family-owned for generations. The Desvignes family has been present in the Morgon area for centuries and operates from a 19th‑century house with a historic vaulted cellar. In recent years the estate’s management has been taken over by Claude‑Emmanuelle and Louis‑Benoît, who have expanded on‑site bottling and enhanced the cru’s historic parcels.
Production philosophy
The winery prioritizes respect for the terroir and simplicity: agricultural practices oriented toward organic farming, rigorous grape harvesting and selection, parcel-by-parcel winemaking, and extended aging in cement tanks/œufs, with limited use of sulfites.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Villié‑Morgon, the estate works notable parcels such as Javernières and Côte du Py. The soils are varied, typical of the crus of Morgon, and provide structure and longevity to the wines.
Awards and recognitions
Accolades from specialist guides: Bettane & Desseauve, Revue du Vin de France, ranked 2nd in the 2018 Top 10 producers, and very high scores from Wine Advocate.

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