2024 Daniel Bouland Morgon Corcelette Vieilles Vignes Cailloux, Beaujolais

From the sandy, granitic slopes of Corcelette, this cuvée shows Daniel Bouland at his most precise and perfumed. Based in Villié Morgon, Bouland has built a cult following for wines that are farmed organically, drawn from old vines and handled with a light touch. The Cailloux parcel, scattered with stones that help reflect heat and aid ripening, delivers fruit with both purity and quiet intensity, even in a vibrant vintage like 2024.

There is a beautiful lift to the aromatics, red cherry and wild raspberry layered with rose petal and violet. A subtle hint of spice and a fine mineral note sit underneath, giving the wine a sense of detail without adding weight. It feels bright, almost airy, yet there is depth building beneath the surface.

The palate is silky and finely structured, with delicate tannins guiding the fruit rather than dominating it. Fresh acidity keeps everything lively, carrying flavours of red berries into a gently savoury, stony finish. It has that hallmark Corcelette finesse, more about elegance and flow than power, yet still with enough substance to hold your attention.

This is a natural with lighter, thoughtful dishes. Roast chicken, duck breast, or a charcuterie board all work beautifully, and it also pairs well with grilled vegetables or herb driven dishes where the wine’s perfume can shine.

Enjoy it with a slight chill while young to highlight its energy, or cellar for six to ten years as it develops more earthy, spicy complexity while retaining its fine structure.