2018 Marcel Lapierre Morgon Cuvee Marcel Lapierre #163842656
Reviews 95 points Vinous "Saturated violet. A highly perfumed and complex bouquet features intense red and blue fruit, incense, potpourri and musky earth qualities and a smoky mineral note that builds with air. Displays a compelling blend of depth and vivacity to the sweet black raspberry, mulberry and cherry liqueur flavors, which show superb definition and back-end lift. The floral and spice notes drive a strikingly long and gently chewy finish that echoes the cherry note and is framed by slowly building tannins. (JR)"
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About Marcel Lapierre
The Lapierre estate, currently managed by Marcel's children, Mathieu and Camille, extends over 18 hectares, predominantly in the Morgon appellation, with some plots in the Beaujolais appellation. Gamay Noir À Jus Blanc, the traditional grape of the region, is grown organically without chemical fertilizers or weedkillers, embodying the winery's commitment to purity and respect for nature.
Marcel's vision of wine as a product of understanding the interplay of soil, plant, and wine microbiology has been carried on by Mathieu and Camille. Mathieu, who joined the domaine in 2004, brings a wealth of knowledge and passion in viticulture, oenology, and gastronomy, having been educated and trained in these fields. In 2013, Camille joined the family business, using her global wine industry experience to manage the estate, advocate for environmental causes, and further the practice of biodynamic farming.
Lapierre wines are celebrated for their succulent, enduring, and vibrant profiles, products of late harvests that allow for complete ripening. Among their offerings, the Cuvee Camille and Cuvee Marcel Lapierre are particularly noted as exemplars of Morgon's best. Their unique winemaking approach, combining age-old techniques with innovative practices, sets them apart from mass-produced Beaujolais, ensuring the wines retain a distinctive 'joie de vivre'. With an average vine age of 45 years and grapes harvested at the peak of ripeness, the resulting wines encapsulate the spirit of Morgon.