This Beaujolais Blanc is made from Chardonnay grapes grown on limestone and granite soils, which lend the wine freshness and structure. The 2023 vintage, marked by beautifully ripe grapes and a balanced climate, yields a vibrant white wine of great purity, with a profile that is both rich and mineral. This cuvée showcases another facet of Jean Foillard’s expertise, beyond Morgon.
How to enjoy this wine?
Cuvée Profile
Light | Mineral
Serving Recommendations
Serve between 10° and 12°
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
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Domaine Jean Foillard
Located in Villié-Morgon, at the heart of one of Beaujolais' most iconic crus, Domaine Jean Foillard is now an absolute benchmark for connoisseurs of great terroir-driven Gamays. A key figure in the Beaujolais revival, Jean Foillard very early on opted for viticulture that respects living organisms and natural winemaking, following in the footsteps of the pioneers who restored the region's prestige.
The vines, often over 50 years old, plunge their roots into the granitic soils typical of Morgon, imparting depth, structure, and a unique mineral signature to the wines. Here, no artifice is employed: manual harvesting, indigenous yeasts, little to no sulfur, and long, gentle macerations to extract the fruit without harshness. Every step is designed to preserve the purity of the grape and the most authentic expression of the ... Read more
