The Piron family has been active in winemaking for 14 generations. The estate is located in Morgon and was founded in 1590 by Etienne Bailly. The Bailly and Piron families succeeded each other, and the winery is currently owned by Dominique Piron. Thanks to his expertise, he has built the region's worldwide reputation, and his quality wines have been well-known among wine lovers for years.
The vines for this wine are found in the hills of the northern half of Beaujolais. Located in the east, they benefit from sandy and granite soil with small stones that absorb the sun's heat effectively. At night, the stones can return this heat to the vineyard, preserving the grapes' natural freshness. Once the grapes reach optimal ripeness, they are harvested and sorted by hand. Some of the grapes are destemmed. After this selection, the grapes are pressed, and semi-carbonic fermentation takes place in cement and stainless steel vats for 8 to 10 days. The duration is crucial, and it should not be too long, so as to preserve the freshness and aromas.
The result is fantastic. The aroma reveals abundant fresh red fruit, red flowers, and a hint of grapefruit. The taste is truly what one would expect from a wine from this region: soft and very fruity on the palate. Beautiful flavors of berries, strawberries, a touch of minerality, and a touch of pomegranate freshness. This Beaujolais Villages pairs beautifully with lightly spiced dishes, fish, or poultry.
