Vignobles Bodillard — Savio Soares Selections

Vignobles Bodillard

The Bodillard vineyards are planted on the undulating hills around Morgon, in granitic and schist soils that are ideal for Gamay. The vines are from 20-100 years old, bringing a wide variety of distinct, unique aromas to each wine.

The vineyards have been cared for by the Bodillard family for 5 generations. Today, Renaud Bodillard cares for the family vineyards with organic and biodynamic farming. Harvest is done exclusively by hand.

Once in the winery, the grapes are carefully into concrete vats or oak barrels for whole grape carbonic maceration. Fermentation is spontaneous with native yeasts and the wines are aged in carefully selected French oak vats and barrels.

The Bodillard family proudly takes part in every step of the process from vine to bottle, to guarantee the quality of their wines.

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Morgon Corcelette Cuvée Alexia

100% Gamay

Morgon Corcelette Cuvée Alexia, produced by Vignobles Bodillard, is a refined and authentic expression of the AOC Morgon tradition. Crafted exclusively from Gamay grapes sourced from manually cultivated vines aged 20 to 50 years, this wine embodies a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental respect, minimizing chemical treatments and promoting responsible farming practices.

The grapes are carefully hand-harvested and undergo carbonic maceration for approximately 16 days. Fermentation and aging take place in concrete tanks, preserving the freshness and the pure expression of the terroir, characterized by granite sand and schist soils. Depending on the vintage, this wine may contain little to no additives, emphasizing its purity and authenticity.

Beaujolais Villages Les laforest

100% Gamay

Beaujolais Villages Les Laforest is a vibrant expression of the Beaujolais region, made exclusively from Gamay grapes. Grown on 50 to 80-year-old vines in sandy granite soil, the grapes are hand-harvested and undergo 100% carbonic maceration for 10 days, followed by four months of aging in concrete vats. With its fruity aromas, light tannins, and deep purple color, it pairs beautifully with cold cuts, cheese, or enjoyed on its own. Best served at 14-16°C (57-61°F), it has an aging potential of five years.

Morgon Cuvée L’Auguste

100% Gamay

Morgon Cuvée L’Auguste, produced by Vignobles Bodillard, is a rare, natural expression of AOC Morgon, named after “L’Auguste,” Marie-Louise’s husband and Renaud’s great-grandfather. Made from two parcels of 100-year-old Gamay vines planted in 1902 and 1908, it comes from sandy granite soils with south/southwest exposure.

Hand-harvested fruit undergoes an exceptionally long whole-cluster carbonic maceration in oak barrels, then ages 24 months in neutral oak (previously used barrels). No additives are used during élevage, with only a small amount of sulfites added at bottling. Limited to 1,140 numbered bottles, this cuvée is best served around 60°F (16°C) and can cellar for up to 30 years. 14.5% ABV.

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