2022 Foillard Beaujolais-Villages |

Foillard needs no introduction, as his Morgon wines have been a staple of my rotation for some time – however, I wasn't familiar with his Villages level Bojo, and knowing the region has rarely led me astray, finally decided to open this up during the week. Biodynamic production, 100% Gamay. Stored at 55, popped and poured. (Note – artificial cork)

Visually, a medium ruby in the glass.

On the nose, fresh red fruits – strawberries and raspberries. Faint baking spice at the rim, bubble gum – fruit pastry filling further into the glass, and I want to say a very faint limestone at the tail end.

On the palate, that wonderful slight tickle of carbonic maceration. I'm quite fond of that sensation, a little fizz you feel like you're chasing. Very lightly bodied, with low tannic grip and acidity that increases to medium as it warms in the glass. Alcohol at 13% calls no attention to itself. Served and sipped lightly chilled (55-60) is my preference for these wines, where the light components combine to make the wine super refreshing and enjoyable. Decent lengthy finish of overwhelming fresh red fruits and berry pie filling.

A perfect wine to me, to enjoy as the weather cools, and a real crowd pleaser. I'd love to pair this with a lightly seasoned grilled chicken or a cheese-heavy charcuterie board. One of my favorite regions for reds at that $25 price point. Bless Kermit Lynch for bringing these to the states!