# Morgon Côte du Py (2021)

- **Producer:** Domaine Joubert
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Gamay
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €22
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–14 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cranberry, redcurrant, red cherry, raspberry, ripe fruit, earth, forest floor

## About this wine

Domaine Joubert Morgon Côte du Py 2021 is a 100% Gamay red wine from the Beaujolais region of France. The wine originates from the esteemed Côte du Py vineyard, known for its distinctive blue stone and granite soils. Domaine Joubert is a multi-generational, family-run estate committed to organic viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking, a philosophy championed by Marcel Joubert and continued by his daughter, Carine. The 2021 vintage is noted for its vibrancy and elegance, reflecting the specific terroir and the challenging growing conditions of that year.

## Interesting facts

- Vines at Domaine Joubert range from 30 to 100 years old.
- The estate has been certified organic since 2012.
- Fermentation relies solely on indigenous yeasts.
- The unique 'blue stones' of Côte du Py are a key soil component.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and vibrant acidity cut through richer dishes, while its fine, velvety tannins complement proteins. Its fruit-forward character and subtle earthy notes can echo or contrast with various ingredients, making it versatile.

## Wine making process

Domaine Joubert employs a minimal intervention approach to winemaking. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, with carbonic or semi-carbonic maceration techniques utilized. The wine undergoes aging in used vats and barrels, including foudres and smaller oak vessels. Organic farming practices are a cornerstone of their viticulture, with certification since 2012, and a commitment to avoiding pesticides and fungicides. The winemaking process prioritizes an authentic expression of the Gamay grape and the unique terroir of Morgon Côte du Py.