Tasting Notes for Duboeuf Morgon Jean Descombes 2009

Red Wines	Gamay	Beaujolais	France - Other regions

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Date Printed: 5/22/2013

Duboeuf Morgon Jean Descombes 2009

(search item no. 106226)

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Wine Spectator rating: 93 points
The Wine Advocate rating: 91 points
PRICE ON 5/22/2013: $16.79

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2011 Wine Spectator rating: 91 points
2010 Wine Enthusiast rating: 90 points
2008 The Wine Advocate rating: 90 points
2005 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
2005 International Wine Cellar rating: 89 points
2000 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points

Winemaker's Notes:

#21 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2011

A deep crimson color. The nose initially offers floral aromas (violets), which then open out on to fruity aromas (blackcurrant, raspberries, wild peach). On the palate, this Morgon reveals remarkable substance and a delightful fleshiness, while the fruity aromas are confirmed. This Morgon 2009 Domaine Jean Descombes has great finesse, distinction and elegance. Good persistence. A wine poised for a great future.

This wine pairs well with lamb, turkey and venison.

My Notes:

Additional wines from Georges Duboeuf:

2010 Beaujolais Villages (search item no. 112171)
2010 Brouilly (search item no. 113133)
2010 Fleurie Domaine des Quatre Vents (search item no. 113136)
2010 Julienas Chateau des Capitans (search item no. 113137)
2010 Morgon (search item no. 113134)
2010 Morgon Cote Du Py (search item no. 113138)
2010 Morgon Domaine des Versauds (search item no. 113139)
2010 Morgon Jean Descombes (search item no. 113140)
2010 Moulin-a-Vent (search item no. 113135)
2010 Moulin-a-Vent Domaine de la Vigne Romaine (search item no. 113142)

About Georges Duboeuf:

For over 40 years Georges Duboeuf has been the Beaujolais region's most renowned négociant and is today regarded in the wine world as the "King of Beaujolais." Born in 1933 in Pouilly-Fuissé, the son of a winegrower, Georges began selling his family's wines from the back of his bicycle to now-legendary local chefs such as Paul Bocuse and Paul Blanc. In 1964, Georges realized his dream and founded his own company: Les Vins Georges Duboeuf.

Over the years, Georges has developed long-standing relationships with the region's top growers and winemakers. Georges is involved in every aspect of his enterprise and is known for his passion and his legendary palate. In 2003, the Duboeuf family opened a new, modern winery in Romanéche-Thorins. The following year, the Duboeuf and Deutsch families jointly purchased Château des Capitans in Juliénas. With annual sales of 30 million bottles, Georges Duboeuf is one of the world's best-known French brands.