# Trenel Morgon Côte du Py Cru du Beaujolais (2023)

- **Producer:** Trenel & Fils
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Gamay Noir à jus blanc
- **Region:** Beaujolais, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** violet, black plum, wet stones, red cherry, black cherry, red plum, biscuit, earth, leather

## About this wine

Trenel Morgon Côte du Py Cru du Beaujolais is a 100% Gamay Noir à jus blanc from the Morgon appellation in Beaujolais, Burgundy. This wine is distinguished by its origin on the Côte du Py hillside, characterized by decomposed schist soil. Maison Trenel, now managed by the Chapoutier family, emphasizes authenticity and terroir expression, built on generational relationships with winegrowers. The 2023 vintage reflects the unique geological and climatic influences of its celebrated vineyard site.

## Interesting facts

- The Côte du Py hillside is dominated by Mont du Py.
- Vine age averages 55 years old.
- Morgon wines are known for their ability to 'morgonner' – developing complex, aged characteristics.
- Trenel embraces sustainable vineyard practices.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and proteins, while its minerality can cut through fattier dishes. Earthy notes in the food can echo the wine's terroir-driven character.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Trenel Morgon Côte du Py Cru du Beaujolais involves hand-harvesting grapes, followed by maceration of 50% destemmed fruit for around 21 days. This is followed by aging in concrete tanks, a technique chosen to maintain the wine's purity and direct expression of its terroir. Trenel embraces sustainable vineyard practices and focuses on selecting prime vineyard sites to achieve authentic fruit expression.