COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Gamay
PRODUCER
Domaine Marcel Lapierre
REGION
Beaujolais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Morgon 2022 from Domaine Marcel Lapierre is a red wine from the Beaujolais Cru of Morgon, made from 100% Gamay. The domaine is a significant figure in the natural wine movement, with a philosophy centered on purity and minimal intervention. This wine is particularly distinguished by its production from very old vines, a continuation of the founder's legacy. The vineyard is situated in Morgon, known for its specific soil types that contribute to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Part of the 'Gang of Four' natural wine pioneers.
Fact 02
Often made with zero added sulfur.
Fact 03
Vines are typically 70-100 years old.
Fact 04
Special cuvée honors founder Marcel Lapierre.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Domaine Marcel Lapierre emphasizes natural methods. Grapes are hand-harvested and undergo semi-carbonic maceration with indigenous yeasts. Fermentation is conducted with minimal or no added sulfur dioxide. The wine is then aged for around nine months in old French oak barrels before bottling. The estate employs certified organic and biodynamic farming practices.
