About Trenel Morgon Cote du py 2023 Gamay
Trenel's Morgon Côte du Py is a benchmark expression of Beaujolais at its most serious and terroir-driven. The Côte du Py's decomposed volcanic schist and manganese-rich soils lend this Gamay a depth and structure rarely seen in the appellation. On the nose, it opens with an inviting burst of crushed dark cherries and fresh blackberries, layered with violet florals and a distinctive iron-tinged minerality that speaks directly to the volcanic hillside. With air, subtle notes of kirsch, dried herbs, and a whisper of black pepper emerge. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with a silky yet grippy texture, driven by firm but refined tannins that set Côte du Py apart from lighter Beaujolais crus. Flavors of ripe plum, wild raspberry, and dark cherry are framed by earthy, almost Burgundian undertones of forest floor and crushed stone. The acidity is vibrant and precise, giving the wine excellent tension and freshness. The finish is long, mineral, and persistent, with lingering notes of dark fruit, graphite, and a faint savory garrigue quality that invites another sip.
Medium BodydryServe 14–16°C
- Structured
- Mineral
- Earthy
- Elegant
- Vibrant
- Terroir-driven
Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavour Profile
Primary
- Dark cherry
- Wild raspberry
- Blackberry
- Violet
- Kirsch
Secondary
- Volcanic minerality
- Forest floor
- Black pepper
- Dried herbs
Finish
Long and mineral-driven, with lingering dark fruit, graphite, and a savory garrigue character that underscores the wine's volcanic terroir.
Food Pairings
- Roast duck breast with cherry reduction
- Charcuterie and pâté de campagne
- Grilled lamb chops with herbes de Provence
- Mushroom risotto
- Aged Comté or Époisses cheese
- Beef bourguignon
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