Domaine Jonathan Pey
Morgon & Fleurie "Cru", Beaujolais
I'm often asked; "What does great Gamay taste like?" Well, most of the worlds Gamay is grown in France. And most of it right around my vineyards in central Eastern France.
Gamay can be made in a few different styles (just like, say, Chardonnay), but the best, as in Morgon and Fleurie, are medium-bodied, full-fruited dry red wines. They are a deep ruby red, with wonderfully fresh aromas of herbs and flowers. Gamay texture is silky and often offers a "pop" of bright fruit. Taste a few and you can decide. They have tannins, yes, but they are usually smooth, and high-quality – never "drying".
The "cru" typically do not see oak aging so they will remind you more of a velvety, nervy Pinot Noir (Gamays genetic parent btw), than Cabernet, Zinfandel or Syrah. The classics are known to age well, too. Gamay meticulously grown in these "cru" sites will deliver unforgettable experiences – don't miss them. A fifteen-minute visit to your refrigerator before enjoying will really help them show their stuff. Absolutely top notch.
To secure your allocation please download our order form by clicking the link below:
Shipping and handling included at no charge on 6+ bottles!
Morgon 23 Cru "Bellevue"
Old Vine Gamay
If you love Pinot Noir, you will love Gamay from Morgon "Cru". More Pinot Noir in style than Cabernet Sauvignon, it is a deep ruby-red and intensely aromatic. This velvety, high-toned old-vine Gamay has a nervy backbone and cellaring potential of up to 10 years.
91 points, Wine Spectator
"A densely packed, salty Morgon, with richness to its notes of black currant pâte de fruit, violet and black licorice, all woven with earth tones of warm soil and briny mineral, plus a game detail. Shows good concentration and length. Outstanding."
2022 Vintage reviews
- 93 points, Editors Choice - Wine Enthusiast
- 92 points - James Suckling
- 91 points - Wine Spectator
Available in 750mL and 1.5L Magnums
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Fleurie 23 Cru "Fonfotin"
Old Vine Gamay
A velvety, high-toned old-vine Gamay from very rare and historic "Selection Massale" vines which most purely reflect this unique terroir and altitude.
Only 110 cases produced
90 points, Wine Spectator
"Dusty cherry and lavender notes show delicious ripeness and purity, with a round, polished feel to the palate. Floral and expressive, with good energy, offering savory, woodsy elements and the barest kiss of mocha. The finish is racy and pure, with chiseled acidity and graphite verve. Outstanding."
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"These 10 crus, "classified-growths", including Morgon and Fleurie are located in the northern half of the region, produce world-class wines which are serious—and seriously delicious—wines with impressive flavor concentration and the ability to age. Recommended examples include Domaine Jonathan Pey Morgon and Fleurie."
91 points - Outstanding!
"A densely packed, salty Morgon, with richness to its notes of black currant pâte de fruit, violet and black licorice, all woven with earth tones of warm soil and briny mineral, plus a game detail. Shows good concentration and length. Outstanding. Drink now through 2029."
90 points - Outstanding!
"Dusty cherry and lavender notes show delicious ripeness and purity, with a round, polished feel to the palate. Floral and expressive, with good energy, offering savory, woodsy elements and the barest kiss of mocha. The finish is racy and pure, with chiseled acidity and graphite verve. Outstanding. 110 cases made.""
95 points - Outstanding!
"A sensational wine! A textbook example of a Cru that displays a strong sense of place. Medium deep, violet color, wonderful purity and intensity with the aroma. Red fruit galore: dark cherry, red raspberry, savory spice, and ample weight on the palate. Beautifully ripe, seamlessly smooth, layered, nuanced, lifted acidity, impeccably balanced with some taunt, yet ripe tannins on the back palate. With about an hour of aeration, the range and intensity of the wine is magnified. It'll age gracefully for another decade. Produced from low yield, high density, seventy-year-old vines from a raised elevation vineyard site. Not fined or filtered. A wine with the “it factor”!"
93 points - Editor's Choice
"Morgon new-comer Jonathan Pey is to be followed if this inaugural vintage is any indication of what is to come. This organically-farmed wine from 71-year-old vines grown on pink-granite soil has a complex nose of dried-crushed blackberry, a dollop of raspberry puree, oolong tea, pencil shavings, dried grape stem and forest floor. Subtlety is this wine's love language with some background herbal notes piercing the veil of fruit at occasional moments along the length of the taste."
92 points
"A firm and slightly austere Morgon with hints of cacao and ash to the fresh berry fruit, alongside a touch of tobacco. Focused and medium-bodied with chalky tannins and a long, firm finish. Try from 2025."
91 points
“A bright, vibrant, delicious style, with a fragrant thread of dried rose petal, violet and dusty earth overlaying sweet notes of wild raspberry and dried strawberry. Shows harmony and integration, offering graphite energy from start to finish. Anise, smoke and dried herb hints arrive on the medium-length, snappy close.”
I'm often asked; "What does great Gamay taste like?" Well, most of the worlds Gamay is grown in France. And most of it right around my vineyards in central Eastern France.
Gamay can be made in a few different styles (just like, say, Chardonnay), but the best, as in Morgon and Fleurie, are medium-bodied, full-fruited dry red wines. They are a deep ruby red, with wonderfully fresh aromas of herbs and flowers. Gamay texture is silky and often offers a "pop" of bright fruit. Taste a few and you can decide. They have tannins, yes, but they are usually smooth, and high-quality – never "drying".
The "cru" typically do not see oak aging so they will remind you more of a velvety, nervy Pinot Noir (Gamays genetic parent btw), than Cabernet, Zinfandel or Syrah. The classics are known to age well, too. Gamay meticulously grown in these "cru" sites will deliver unforgettable experiences – don't miss them. A fifteen-minute visit to your refrigerator before enjoying will really help them show their stuff. Absolutely top notch.
To secure your allocation please download our order form by clicking the link below:
Shipping and handling included at no charge on 6+ bottles!
Morgon 23 Cru "Bellevue"
Old Vine Gamay
If you love Pinot Noir, you will love Gamay from Morgon "Cru". More Pinot Noir in style than Cabernet Sauvignon, it is a deep ruby-red and intensely aromatic. This velvety, high-toned old-vine Gamay has a nervy backbone and cellaring potential of up to 10 years.
91 points, Wine Spectator
"A densely packed, salty Morgon, with richness to its notes of black currant pâte de fruit, violet and black licorice, all woven with earth tones of warm soil and briny mineral, plus a game detail. Shows good concentration and length. Outstanding."
2022 Vintage reviews
- 93 points, Editors Choice - Wine Enthusiast
- 92 points - James Suckling
- 91 points - Wine Spectator
Available in 750mL and 1.5L Magnums
Learn More Download Order Form
Fleurie 23 Cru "Fonfotin"
Old Vine Gamay
A velvety, high-toned old-vine Gamay from very rare and historic "Selection Massale" vines which most purely reflect this unique terroir and altitude.
Only 110 cases produced
90 points, Wine Spectator
"Dusty cherry and lavender notes show delicious ripeness and purity, with a round, polished feel to the palate. Floral and expressive, with good energy, offering savory, woodsy elements and the barest kiss of mocha. The finish is racy and pure, with chiseled acidity and graphite verve. Outstanding."
"These 10 crus, "classified-growths", including Morgon and Fleurie are located in the northern half of the region, produce world-class wines which are serious—and seriously delicious—wines with impressive flavor concentration and the ability to age. Recommended examples include Domaine Jonathan Pey Morgon and Fleurie."
91 points - Outstanding!
"A densely packed, salty Morgon, with richness to its notes of black currant pâte de fruit, violet and black licorice, all woven with earth tones of warm soil and briny mineral, plus a game detail. Shows good concentration and length. Outstanding. Drink now through 2029."
90 points - Outstanding!
"Dusty cherry and lavender notes show delicious ripeness and purity, with a round, polished feel to the palate. Floral and expressive, with good energy, offering savory, woodsy elements and the barest kiss of mocha. The finish is racy and pure, with chiseled acidity and graphite verve. Outstanding. 110 cases made.""
95 points - Outstanding!
"A sensational wine! A textbook example of a Cru that displays a strong sense of place. Medium deep, violet color, wonderful purity and intensity with the aroma. Red fruit galore: dark cherry, red raspberry, savory spice, and ample weight on the palate. Beautifully ripe, seamlessly smooth, layered, nuanced, lifted acidity, impeccably balanced with some taunt, yet ripe tannins on the back palate. With about an hour of aeration, the range and intensity of the wine is magnified. It'll age gracefully for another decade. Produced from low yield, high density, seventy-year-old vines from a raised elevation vineyard site. Not fined or filtered. A wine with the “it factor”!"
93 points - Editor's Choice
"Morgon new-comer Jonathan Pey is to be followed if this inaugural vintage is any indication of what is to come. This organically-farmed wine from 71-year-old vines grown on pink-granite soil has a complex nose of dried-crushed blackberry, a dollop of raspberry puree, oolong tea, pencil shavings, dried grape stem and forest floor. Subtlety is this wine's love language with some background herbal notes piercing the veil of fruit at occasional moments along the length of the taste."
92 points
"A firm and slightly austere Morgon with hints of cacao and ash to the fresh berry fruit, alongside a touch of tobacco. Focused and medium-bodied with chalky tannins and a long, firm finish. Try from 2025."
91 points
“A bright, vibrant, delicious style, with a fragrant thread of dried rose petal, violet and dusty earth overlaying sweet notes of wild raspberry and dried strawberry. Shows harmony and integration, offering graphite energy from start to finish. Anise, smoke and dried herb hints arrive on the medium-length, snappy close.”