Jean Foillard 'Corcelette' Morgon, Beaujolais, France 2023
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Jean Foillard is a reference-point grower in Beaujolais, especially among the “Gang of Four” producers who returned Morgon to its natural winemaking roots. ‘Corcelette’ comes from high-elevation, sandy granitic soils in one of Morgon’s most aromatic and elegant lieux-dits. Always bottled separately, it’s a standout for its lifted florals, silky texture, and age-worthy finesse.
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WINEMAKER: Jean Foillard
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FARMING: Organic (uncertified), no herbicides or synthetic treatments; meticulous vineyard work
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VARIETY: 100% Gamay
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TERROIR: Sourced entirely from the Corcelette climat in Morgon, a high-altitude vineyard with pink decomposed granite and sandy soils. The elevation (approx. 400m) and soil type yield a particularly floral and mineral style of Gamay.
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VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster, semi-carbonic maceration in open-topped wooden vats. Indigenous yeast fermentation. Minimal sulfur used only at bottling.
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AGING: Aged 6–9 months in used Burgundy barrels (no new oak). Bottled unfiltered.
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TASTING NOTES: Perfumed aromas of violet, raspberry, crushed stone, and rose petals. The palate is lithe and silky, with red cherry, pomegranate, and savory herb layers over a mineral spine. Delicate tannins and bright acidity frame a long, lifted finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Charcuterie, roast duck breast, mushroom tart, or lentil salad with chèvre
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SCORES:
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Wine Advocate (2022): 94 – “Another brilliant vintage of Corcelette, with clarity, poise, and lift.” (2023 not yet reviewed)
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Decanter: 93 – “Elegance and purity. A benchmark for granitic Beaujolais.”
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Kermit Lynch (Importer): “The most ethereal and aromatic of Foillard’s Morgon bottlings—an insider favorite.”
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Jean Foillard is a reference-point grower in Beaujolais, especially among the “Gang of Four” producers who returned Morgon to its natural winemaking roots. ‘Corcelette’ comes from high-elevation, sandy granitic soils in one of Morgon’s most aromatic and elegant lieux-dits. Always bottled separately, it’s a standout for its lifted florals, silky texture, and age-worthy finesse.
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WINEMAKER: Jean Foillard
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FARMING: Organic (uncertified), no herbicides or synthetic treatments; meticulous vineyard work
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VARIETY: 100% Gamay
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TERROIR: Sourced entirely from the Corcelette climat in Morgon, a high-altitude vineyard with pink decomposed granite and sandy soils. The elevation (approx. 400m) and soil type yield a particularly floral and mineral style of Gamay.
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VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster, semi-carbonic maceration in open-topped wooden vats. Indigenous yeast fermentation. Minimal sulfur used only at bottling.
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AGING: Aged 6–9 months in used Burgundy barrels (no new oak). Bottled unfiltered.
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TASTING NOTES: Perfumed aromas of violet, raspberry, crushed stone, and rose petals. The palate is lithe and silky, with red cherry, pomegranate, and savory herb layers over a mineral spine. Delicate tannins and bright acidity frame a long, lifted finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Charcuterie, roast duck breast, mushroom tart, or lentil salad with chèvre
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SCORES:
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Wine Advocate (2022): 94 – “Another brilliant vintage of Corcelette, with clarity, poise, and lift.” (2023 not yet reviewed)
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Decanter: 93 – “Elegance and purity. A benchmark for granitic Beaujolais.”
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Kermit Lynch (Importer): “The most ethereal and aromatic of Foillard’s Morgon bottlings—an insider favorite.”
-
Jean Foillard is a reference-point grower in Beaujolais, especially among the “Gang of Four” producers who returned Morgon to its natural winemaking roots. ‘Corcelette’ comes from high-elevation, sandy granitic soils in one of Morgon’s most aromatic and elegant lieux-dits. Always bottled separately, it’s a standout for its lifted florals, silky texture, and age-worthy finesse.
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WINEMAKER: Jean Foillard
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FARMING: Organic (uncertified), no herbicides or synthetic treatments; meticulous vineyard work
-
VARIETY: 100% Gamay
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TERROIR: Sourced entirely from the Corcelette climat in Morgon, a high-altitude vineyard with pink decomposed granite and sandy soils. The elevation (approx. 400m) and soil type yield a particularly floral and mineral style of Gamay.
-
VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster, semi-carbonic maceration in open-topped wooden vats. Indigenous yeast fermentation. Minimal sulfur used only at bottling.
-
AGING: Aged 6–9 months in used Burgundy barrels (no new oak). Bottled unfiltered.
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TASTING NOTES: Perfumed aromas of violet, raspberry, crushed stone, and rose petals. The palate is lithe and silky, with red cherry, pomegranate, and savory herb layers over a mineral spine. Delicate tannins and bright acidity frame a long, lifted finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Charcuterie, roast duck breast, mushroom tart, or lentil salad with chèvre
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SCORES:
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Wine Advocate (2022): 94 – “Another brilliant vintage of Corcelette, with clarity, poise, and lift.” (2023 not yet reviewed)
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Decanter: 93 – “Elegance and purity. A benchmark for granitic Beaujolais.”
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Kermit Lynch (Importer): “The most ethereal and aromatic of Foillard’s Morgon bottlings—an insider favorite.”
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Jean Foillard is a reference-point grower in Beaujolais, especially among the “Gang of Four” producers who returned Morgon to its natural winemaking roots. ‘Corcelette’ comes from high-elevation, sandy granitic soils in one of Morgon’s most aromatic and elegant lieux-dits. Always bottled separately, it’s a standout for its lifted florals, silky texture, and age-worthy finesse.
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WINEMAKER: Jean Foillard
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FARMING: Organic (uncertified), no herbicides or synthetic treatments; meticulous vineyard work
-
VARIETY: 100% Gamay
-
TERROIR: Sourced entirely from the Corcelette climat in Morgon, a high-altitude vineyard with pink decomposed granite and sandy soils. The elevation (approx. 400m) and soil type yield a particularly floral and mineral style of Gamay.
-
VINIFICATION: Whole-cluster, semi-carbonic maceration in open-topped wooden vats. Indigenous yeast fermentation. Minimal sulfur used only at bottling.
-
AGING: Aged 6–9 months in used Burgundy barrels (no new oak). Bottled unfiltered.
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TASTING NOTES: Perfumed aromas of violet, raspberry, crushed stone, and rose petals. The palate is lithe and silky, with red cherry, pomegranate, and savory herb layers over a mineral spine. Delicate tannins and bright acidity frame a long, lifted finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Charcuterie, roast duck breast, mushroom tart, or lentil salad with chèvre
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SCORES:
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Wine Advocate (2022): 94 – “Another brilliant vintage of Corcelette, with clarity, poise, and lift.” (2023 not yet reviewed)
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Decanter: 93 – “Elegance and purity. A benchmark for granitic Beaujolais.”
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Kermit Lynch (Importer): “The most ethereal and aromatic of Foillard’s Morgon bottlings—an insider favorite.”
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