Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes

Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes is a family-owned winery located in the heart of the prestigious Morgon appellation in the Beaujolais region of France. The estate has been in the Desvignes family for six generations, with Louis Claude Desvignes taking over the reins in the early 20th century. Today, the winery is run by Louis Claude's grandsons, Claude and André, who continue the family tradition of producing exceptional wines from the Gamay grape.

The Morgon appellation is known for its high-quality, age-worthy wines, and Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes is one of the most respected producers in the region. The estate comprises of 12 hectares of vineyards, all situated on the hilly slopes of Morgon, with a diversity of soil types that contribute to the complexity and character of their wines. The vines are managed with great care, with a focus on sustainable and organic practices, resulting in low yields and intensely flavored grapes.

The winemaking at Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes is a combination of traditional and modern techniques. The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted before being gently pressed. The juice is then fermented with natural yeasts and aged in a combination of oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. This allows the wines to retain their unique terroir-driven characteristics while also adding depth and structure.

The flagship wine of Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes is their Morgon "La Voûte Saint-Vincent," a single-vineyard wine that showcases the best of the estate's old vines. This wine is full-bodied and complex, with aromas of dark berries, spices, and a touch of earthiness. On the palate, the wine is rich and velvety, with well-integrated tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to their Morgon, Domaine Louis Claude Desvignes also produces a range of other wines