THE PRODUCER
Domaine Jean Foillard is a revered producer in Morgon, one of the most
celebrated crus of Beaujolais, France. Established in the 1980s, the domaine is
known for its commitment to traditional and natural winemaking practices, which
reflect the true essence of the Morgon terroir. Jean Foillard, the driving force
behind the estate, is a key figure in the natural wine movement, adhering to
practices such as organic farming, minimal intervention in the cellar, and the
use of indigenous yeasts. His wines, particularly those from the famed Côte du
Py vineyard, are renowned for their purity, depth, and complexity, offering
vibrant expressions of Gamay with flavors of ripe red fruits, earthy undertones,
and a remarkable minerality. Foillard's approach results in wines that are both
fresh and age-worthy, making Domaine Jean Foillard a benchmark for quality in
Beaujolais and a favorite among wine enthusiasts who appreciate authentic,
terroir-driven wines.

THE WINE
The Domaine Jean Foillard Côte du Py Morgon 2021 is a stunning example of Gamay
from one of Beaujolais’ most iconic terroirs. The 2021 vintage faced some
challenges with a cooler growing season and lower yields, but these conditions
contributed to a wine of remarkable finesse and precision. The Côte du Py
vineyard, known for its schist, granite, and manganese-rich soils, imparts a
distinct minerality and structure to the wine. In the glass, the 2021 vintage
offers a vibrant bouquet of red berries, cherries, and floral notes,
complemented by subtle earthy and spice undertones. On the palate, it is fresh
and lively, with fine tannins and a well-balanced acidity that gives the wine a
delightful energy. Despite its elegance and approachability in its youth, this
vintage also has the potential to age gracefully, developing further complexity
over time. The Domaine Jean Foillard Côte du Py Morgon 2021 is a pure and
expressive representation of both the vineyard and the vintage, making it a
standout choice for lovers of natural, terroir-driven wines.

INFORMATION
Type:Red
Vintage:2021Country:FranceRegion:Beaujolais
Sub region:Morgon
Grape:100% GamayStyle:Light and PerfumedSweetness:DryABV:12.5%Drinking window:
2023 - 2031Size:750mlFood match:Chicken and Turkey
CRITICS SCORES
We choose our wines based on a range of criteria(seehow we choose our wines)of
which critic scores is justone. Rather than simply highlight the best score to
promote a wine, our average critic score is calculated from the scores provided
by several respected wine critics, who we follow for specific regions. They do
not represent all critic scores and, wherever possible, we try and give more
weight to more recent reviews. Where appropriate we consider market-based scores
like Global Wine Score or Wine Searcher Average scores.

As a rule, we look to offer wines that achieve a92/100average critic score or
better and frankly a lot of very good wines simply don’t make the cut. As a
high-end provider we want to reflect that positioning in the quality of wines we
offer. Such wines are only a tiny fraction of those generally on offer in the
market. We believe that an average score is a more conservative and
representative approach, but it is still subjective and only offered as a guide
to our customers, who will (and should) do their own research. We will add
individual critic scores to our website in the future.