Domaine Guy Breton ★ 4.8
Gang of Four member producing Morgon Vieilles Vignes from old Gamay vines with zero-sulfur philosophy and whole-cluster fermentation. A key reference for natural Beaujolais.
ClassificationMorgon AOC
VarietalsGamay
Founded1981
TastingVisits by appointment only. The estate is best known for its Cote du Py parcel.
BiodynamicBiodynamic Practicing
OrganicORGANIC CERTIFIED
Natural wineYes
NeighbourhoodMorgon AOC
Signature wines: foillard-morgon-cote-du-py, foillard-morgon-eponym
Tip: The Cote du Py cuvee rewards 3 to 5 years in bottle.
Location
Address: Le Clachet, 69910 Villié-Morgon, France, Beaujolais
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