Jean Foillard : Côte du Py 2022

A Beaujolais red wine marked by elegance and structure

The estate

Located in Villié-Morgon, at the heart of the Morgon appellation, the Jean Foillard estate cultivates the prestigious terroirs of Côte du Py and Corcelette, as well as plots in Fleurie. Jean Foillard took over the family estate of 8 hectares in 1981, inspired by Marcel Lapierre, to adopt natural viticulture and practices as close as possible to organic farming.

A pioneer of natural wine, the estate perpetuates a faithful and authentic style. Today, the estate spans 20 hectares and its wines, of rare precision, place it among the elite of Beaujolais.

The vineyard

This Côte du Py 2022 is a Morgon wine from vineyards resting on soils composed of granite, shale and blue stones.

Vinification and aging

Manual harvest before cold maceration. Cuvaison for about 3 to 4 weeks. No use of artificial yeasts. Aging in oak barrels on lees. Bottling without filtration.

Grape variety

Gamay (100%).