The 2023 Domaine Daniel Bouland Morgon Pré Jourdan is a beautifully concentrated and deeply expressive Gamay from one of Beaujolais’ most revered traditional growers. Produced from old vines planted on granite and schist-rich soils in the Pré Jourdan climat of Morgon, the wine reflects Daniel Bouland’s low-intervention philosophy and meticulous vineyard work, delivering a more structured and powerful expression of Cru Beaujolais while retaining freshness and precision. The nose reveals blackberry, black cherry and ripe raspberry layered alongside violet, crushed stone and subtle earthy spice, giving the wine impressive depth and aromatic complexity.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with silky but firmly structured tannins, vibrant natural acidity and a tightly focused mineral core. Layers of dark berry fruit, savoury spice and delicate earthy complexity are balanced by freshness and granite-driven tension, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent concentration and ageing potential. Traditional semi-carbonic vinification and élevage in older barrels preserve the purity and energy of Gamay while allowing the vineyard’s mineral detail and structural depth to emerge with remarkable clarity.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Domaine Daniel Bouland Morgon Pré Jourdan is a superb Cru Beaujolais — structured, mineral and beautifully layered with outstanding depth and finesse. Perfect with roast duck, grilled pork, mushroom dishes, charcuterie or classic French bistro cuisine. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar gracefully through 2039+.
