Through the centuries, until 1935 when the Appellations laws were promulgated, Morey lived in the shadow of its two famous neighbours : Gevrey and Chambolle. Not even its association and hyphenation with Saint-Denis Grand Cru helped much in imparting the village its own individuality. In people's minds, Chambolle stood for elegance and seduction, Gevrey for character and firmness. As for Morey ? There was nothing left but oblivion. 

The situation improved after 1935, when Morey-Saint-Denis was recognized as a worthy Appellation of Origin. It proved to the world that the wines of Morey were truly excellent (otherwise, neither Chambolle nor Gevrey would have claimed them for their own). Yet, in spite of the remarkable efforts of the vignerons and the enthusiasm of the sommeliers, Morey has still not reached stardom status. 

For the connoisseur, Morey, owing to its multifaceted palette of aromas and flavours, is a wine to be reckoned with. There is a sumptuous ruby colour to the wine and a seductive nose where the wild cherry (griotte), and some other spicy, leathery aromas dominate. 

On the palate, the tannins are subdued and melt elegantly into a velvety harmony. On the top of that, Morey is a wine that ages extremely well and, compared with its two neighbours, has absolutely nothing to fear. 

If you like great red Burgundies, you will appreciate Morey-Saint-Denis with the finest red meat or game : pheasant, hare, venison, etc. It is a wine to discover and to share with friends. In doing so, Morey will be eternally grateful !