Morgon 2021, Domaine Jean Foillard

🍒 Pure Gamay Elegance from Morgon – Morgon “Classique” 2021 – Jean Foillard

This is how Morgon is meant to taste. Jean Foillard’s biodynamic ‘Classique’ is a benchmark for natural Beaujolais. No bubblegum, no banana – just pure red fruit, elegant structure, and depth. Beaujolais for Burgundy lovers.

🍷 Ripe cherry, spice and silky finesse

This Morgon opens with aromas of ripe red fruit – cherry and raspberry jam lead the way. The texture is soft and velvety, with elegant tannins and real depth. A touch of white pepper, gentle spice and orange zest lift the wine and keep it fresh. Structured yet light on its feet – Gamay at its finest.

🌱 Terroir & Winemaking

• 📍 Origin: Morgon – Beaujolais (France)
• 🍇 Grape Variety: 100% Gamay from old vines
• 🌋 Soil: Granite and schist (mainly from Côte du Py)
• 🍷 Style: Natural and biodynamic
• 🍃 Winemaking:
  • No chemical treatments
  • Hand-harvested with strict grape selection
  • No chaptalisation, filtration or additives
  • Minimal or no added sulphites

🍽️ Food Pairing: playful and versatile

This structured Gamay pairs beautifully with umami-rich and savory dishes:

• 🧀 Charcuterie and aged cheeses
• 🥩 Steak tartare, pork neck, red meats
• 🦆 Confit de canard or coq au vin
• 🐟 Grilled tuna steak or Asian fusion
• 🥬 Beetroot and roasted vegetables

🧑‍🌾 Jean Foillard: rebel with a Burgundy soul

Jean Foillard took over his family’s domaine in 1980 and soon joined the “Gang of Four” – with Marcel Lapierre and Guy Breton. These pioneers of natural wine in Beaujolais were inspired by Jules Chauvet. Foillard works with old vines on living soils and vinifies with precision and restraint. His style often reminds wine lovers of great Burgundy Pinot Noir: clean, transparent, and full of finesse.

✨ Why this wine is a smart choice

• 🍒 Authentic Morgon without artificial aromas
• 🌱 Truly natural winemaking
• 🌋 Gamay from granite and schist soils
• 🍷 Depth and drinkability combined
• 🧑‍🌾 Foillard = benchmark quality

Looking for a natural wine with serious depth and a touch of Burgundy-like elegance? Morgon “Classique” 2021 by Jean Foillard is pure Gamay – clean, structured, and irresistibly drinkable.