Welcome to the dark heart of Morgon. Enormous structure, but the tannins are very fine and there's easily enough concentration to balance them in a very sensual manner. Stacks of black cherry and forest berry fruit, also some dry forest-floor character. All the power expected from this appellation is in the compact and beautifully crafted finish. Drink or hold.

91+ Powerful but with no lack of focus, the 2022 Morgon Cuvée Château-Gaillard is an expression that intricately mirrors the profound terroir. Driven by its structural elements, the wine boasts tightly woven, powdery tannins that impart a resonating sense of tension that invigorates the palate with palpable energy. Notes of tangy berries, cherries and dried herbs form a thin veil around the core of the wine, playing a supporting role. Medium to full-bodied, the wine holds a serious demeanor requiring patience to resolve. - KW