COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Gamay
PRODUCER
Maison Louis Jadot
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château des Jacques Morgon Côte du Py is a red wine from the Morgon appellation in Beaujolais, France, produced by Maison Louis Jadot. The wine originates from the esteemed Côte du Py vineyard, characterized by its distinctive blue volcanic soils. Maison Louis Jadot, a venerable Burgundy wine house established in 1859, owns Château des Jacques and focuses on capturing the unique essence of each wine's origin through a blend of traditional and modern winemaking approaches. The 2021 vintage is noted for its ability to express the subtle characteristics often found in cooler growing seasons.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are located on blue volcanic stones.
Fact 02
Hand-harvested grapes are picked in small crates.
Fact 03
The wine is from a single vineyard site: Côte du Py.
Fact 04
Maison Louis Jadot is a historic Burgundy negociant.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château des Jacques Morgon Côte du Py involves hand-harvesting grapes in small crates to preserve fruit integrity. Maison Louis Jadot applies a philosophy that merges traditional winemaking techniques with contemporary technology, aiming to capture the distinct character of the Morgon terroir. While specific details on fermentation and aging for the 2021 vintage are not elaborated, the producer's approach emphasizes the pure expression of the wine's origin.
