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Morgon Montpelain - Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes

Domaine Luis-Claude Desvignes
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Gamay Morgon 75 cl

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$36.36−19%($48.48/ℓ)
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Technical information

Producer
Domaine Luis-Claude Desvignes
Name
Morgon
Variety
Gamay
Gradation
13.5%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Red fruits, spices, earthy notes
Vinification method
Traditional fermentation with carbonic maceration
Aging
12-18 months
Type of cask
Oak barrels
Color
Intense ruby red
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Discover the excellence of Morgon Montpelain produced by the prestigious Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes, a winery with deep historical roots in the Beaujolais region. This wine is a pure example of finesse and varietal character, crafted exclusively from Gamay grapes carefully selected from the Montpelain vineyards.

The wine presents itself with an intense and brilliant ruby red color. On the nose, it reveals a rich bouquet of ripe red fruit aromas such as cherry and strawberry, enriched by spicy notes and a slight mineral trace, a testament to the granite soil on which the vines grow. On the palate, Morgon Montpelain offers a balanced and complex tasting experience: the initial taste is vigorous and full, evolving into a well-integrated tannic structure and remarkable aromatic persistence.

Ideal to serve at a temperature of 16-18°C, this wine pairs wonderfully with roasted red meats, game-based dishes, or hard cheeses. Its aging potential makes it perfect for cellaring for a few years, allowing for the appreciation of the evolution of its aromatic profile over time.

Morgon Montpelain represents an excellent choice for wine enthusiasts seeking a product that best expresses the qualities of the Beaujolais terroir. An ideal option to celebrate special occasions or add a touch of class to every meal.

The winery

Domaine Louis‑Claude Desvignes

Morgon (Beaujolais)France

Family estate in Villié‑Morgon (Morgon, Beaujolais), renowned for its Morgon crus; it practices traditional winemaking with minimal intervention and matures mainly in concrete.
Grape varieties
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.
The story
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 recognition
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.