Marcel Lapierre Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2023

The Marcel Lapierre estate, based in Villié-Morgon in Beaujolais, is a global benchmark thanks to Marcel Lapierre, a natural wine pioneer, succeeded since 2010 by his children Mathieu and Camille. Across 18 certified organic hectares, this domain excels in the Morgon appellation, particularly with old vines on decomposed granite soils. The Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2023 cuvée, a still red wine, is crafted entirely from Gamay, vinified via semi-carbonic maceration without added sulphur, then aged for 9 months in 216-litre barrels.

On tasting, this wine presents a radiant ruby hue and a vibrant nose of black cherry, violet, and liquorice, with a mineral hint. On the palate, it reveals a silky texture, round tannins, and a juicy finish, marked by red fruit notes and granitic freshness. Perfect with roast poultry or a charcuterie board, the Marcel Lapierre Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2023 embodies the authenticity and finesse of natural Beaujolais.