{"title":"Gilles Morat","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"gilles-morat-pouilly-fuisse-sur-la-roche","title":"Gilles Morat Pouilly Fuisse Sur La Roche","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGilles Morat Pouilly-Fuissé Sur La Roche\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 1er Cru white Burgundy made from 100% Chardonnay at 13% ABV in a standard 750ml bottle. Scored 95 points by Falstaff (Anne Krebiehl, 2020 vintage) and 95–96 points by Decanter (2016 vintage), this single-climat bottling from one of Pouilly-Fuissé's highest vineyard sites consistently punches well above its appellation's reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13%  |  Origin: Vergisson, Pouilly-Fuissé, Burgundy, France  |  1er Cru (since 2020 vintage)  |  Domaine Gilles Morat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDomaine Gilles Morat was founded in 1997 in the village of Vergisson, tucked beneath the dramatic limestone escarpment of the Roche de Vergisson in southern Burgundy's Mâconnais. The Sur La Roche vineyard sits at roughly 400 meters elevation—the highest in the village—where vines escape morning fog and benefit from significant diurnal temperature swings that preserve natural acidity. The wine is fermented and aged entirely in oak casks for 12 months; 12% of the barrels are new, with the remainder equally split between one and seven years of age, allowing fruit purity and mineral character to lead rather than oak. In September 2020, Sur La Roche was among 22 climats elevated to Premier Cru status within Pouilly-Fuissé, the appellation's first such promotion since 1943.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with distinct toast and a restrained touch of vanilla from the oak regime, then unfolds into brighter layers of Mirabelle plum, ripe pear, and greengage. Behind those orchard fruits sit subtle smoky, mineral-driven notes that signal the vineyard's limestone bedrock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is soft and fleshy, immediately giving way to a taut, concentrated mid-palate brimming with citrus and green apple. At its peak the wine shows remarkable tension—sunny fruit intensity held in check by breezy, well-calibrated acidity that one critic likened to bright sunshine on a cold spring day. The oak-derived toastiness reappears here but remains precise, never heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and mineral, closing with a burst of pink grapefruit and a lingering smoky undertone. The texture stays seamless throughout, carrying freshness well past the final sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Sur La Roche\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine that rewards patience: serve it at 12–14°C in a wide-bowled white Burgundy glass, and allow it ten minutes of air before the first pour. Younger vintages benefit from light chilling to keep the acidity vivid; older vintages can be served slightly warmer to let the oak integration and secondary notes emerge. While this is primarily a wine for the table, it pairs exceptionally well in contexts where cocktails might otherwise be considered—serve it as the anchor of a wine-focused aperitif course, alongside a Kir made with crème de cassis to complement the stone-fruit character, or as a refined alternative at any gathering where a premium Chardonnay-driven pour is called for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a Burgundy enthusiast who appreciates single-vineyard terroir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a white Burgundy tasting flight alongside Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a special seafood or poultry dinner at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating the newly elevated 1er Cru status of Pouilly-Fuissé's top climats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Sur La Roche taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers concentrated citrus, green apple, and stone-fruit flavors set against a taut, mineral backbone, with subtle toast and smoke from restrained oak aging. The finish is long and marked by a distinctive burst of pink grapefruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Sur La Roche compare to Domaine Guerrin \u0026amp; Fils Pouilly-Fuissé Sur la Roche 1er Cru?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both wines originate from the same high-altitude Sur La Roche climat in Vergisson and share the site's signature mineral freshness. Gilles Morat's version tends toward a more structured, oak-inflected profile owing to its 12-month cask aging with a portion of new wood, whereas Guerrin \u0026amp; Fils typically leans into a fruit-forward, lighter-oak approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sur La Roche good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—its seamless texture, bright acidity, and layered complexity make it a compelling wine to drink neat, especially when served at cellar temperature in a proper Burgundy glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Sur La Roche made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Domaine Gilles Morat in the village of Vergisson, within the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation of the Mâconnais sub-region of Burgundy, France. The Sur La Roche vineyard sits at approximately 400 meters elevation, the highest point in the village.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Sur La Roche?\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted or pan-seared turbot, whose delicate flesh mirrors the wine's taut minerality; grilled lobster with drawn butter, where the richness meets the wine's bright acidity; aged Comté cheese, which echoes the toasty, nutty oak notes; chicken in a cream and morel sauce, a classic Burgundian pairing; and seared scallops with a citrus beurre blanc, complementing the grapefruit finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Sur La Roche come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilles Morat Pouilly-Fuissé Sur La Roche is available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sur La Roche worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a premium single-vineyard white Burgundy that now carries official 1er Cru classification, yet remains considerably more accessible in price than equivalent Premier Cru bottlings from the Côte de Beaune. With multiple scores at or above 95 points from respected critics, it represents strong value within the upper tier of Burgundian Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Sur La Roche?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 reclassification of Sur La Roche to Premier Cru status—the first new Cru promotion in Pouilly-Fuissé since 1943—formally recognized what Gilles Morat's bottlings had been demonstrating for years: this high-altitude climat produces Chardonnay of uncommon concentration and freshness. The vineyard's 400-meter elevation creates a natural temperature swing that few other sites in the Mâconnais can match, yielding wines with the rare combination of power and precision. Scores of 95 points from Falstaff and 95–96 from Decanter confirm the consistency across vintages. For drinkers seeking the complexity and mineral depth of top-flight white Burgundy without the stratospheric pricing of Puligny-Montrachet or Meursault Premier Cru, this remains one of the most compelling bottles in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gilles Morat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837852283049,"sku":"33352","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Gilles-Morat-Pouilly-Fuisse-Sur-La-Roche__04171.jpg?v=1730497721"},{"product_id":"gilles-morat-pouilly-fuisse-belemnites","title":"Gilles Morat Pouilly Fuisse Belemnites","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGilles Morat Pouilly-Fuissé Bélemnites\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml, 100% Chardonnay white Burgundy from the Mâconnais at 13% ABV, named for the Jurassic-era fossils embedded in its vineyard soils. The wine ranks among the top-rated bottlings in the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, drawing critical attention for its mineral intensity and precise expression of a singular terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13%  |  Origin: Pouilly-Fuissé, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France  |  100% Chardonnay  |  Producer: Domaine Gilles Morat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine Gilles Morat is a family estate in the southern Mâconnais dedicated to site-specific Chardonnay. The Bélemnites cuvée takes its name from the belemnite fossils — calcified internal shells of extinct Jurassic-era cephalopods related to modern squid — that populate the vineyard's clay-limestone subsoil. These ancient marine deposits shape both the drainage and mineral composition of the terroir. Fermentation and aging take place entirely in oak casks — 12% new, with the balance ranging from one to seven years old — over a period of twelve months. This restrained oak regimen allows the fossil-rich terroir to dominate the wine's personality rather than barrel influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bouquet opens with fresh white flowers and hawthorn before shifting into ripe peach, citrus zest, and a subtle almond undertone. Oak presence is extremely discreet, allowing a faint menthol-like lift and the pure scent of stone to come through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is generous and round, with concentrated yellow-fruit flavors — apricot, ripe citrus, a whisper of ginger. The mid-palate gains grip and focus, building toward a core of pithy citrus purity that keeps the wine from ever feeling heavy. There is real concentration here, but it stays taut and precise rather than broad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and persistent, defined by a chalky limestone minerality that tightens and lifts. The final impression is one of elegance and restraint, with citrus and stone echoing well after the last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Bélemnites\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pouilly-Fuissé shows best served lightly chilled, around 12–14°C (54–57°F), in a broad white Burgundy glass. Drinking it neat allows the limestone minerality to express itself fully, though a brief rest in the glass after pouring rewards patience with added aromatic complexity. It also performs well as a structured cocktail base: a \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Burgundy Spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e (topped with soda and a grapefruit twist) plays up its citrus and mineral tension; a \u003cstrong\u003eFrench 75\u003c\/strong\u003e leverages its natural acidity and floral aromatics for a textured variation on the classic; and a \u003cstrong\u003eKir\u003c\/strong\u003e made with crème de pêche echoes the wine's ripe stone-fruit character without overwhelming it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a white Burgundy enthusiast exploring the Mâconnais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a multi-course seafood dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a terroir-focused Burgundy tasting flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring two to five years to develop secondary complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Bélemnites taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers concentrated citrus, apricot, and white-flower flavors anchored by a distinctive chalky limestone minerality. The oak is barely perceptible, letting the terroir and fruit purity drive the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Bélemnites compare to Domaine J.A. Ferret Pouilly-Fuissé?\u003c\/strong\u003e Ferret's flagship Pouilly-Fuissé bottlings tend toward a richer, more overtly generous style with greater new-oak influence. Morat's Bélemnites leans into mineral austerity and site-specificity, using just 12% new oak to preserve the fossil-rich terroir's signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bélemnites good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its combination of concentration, acidity, and minerality makes it an engaging stand-alone wine that rewards slow, attentive drinking at cellar temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Bélemnites made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Domaine Gilles Morat in the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation, located in the Mâconnais sub-region of southern Burgundy, France, from vineyards sitting on Jurassic-era clay-limestone bedrock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Bélemnites?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled lobster or langoustine benefits from the wine's citrus acidity; roast chicken with tarragon cream mirrors its round mid-palate; pan-seared scallops echo its mineral finish; aged Comté cheese complements its nutty undertones; and a ceviche of white fish amplifies its bright citrus notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Bélemnites come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bélemnites worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a mid-premium Pouilly-Fuissé, competing with village-level and lieu-dit bottlings from one of Burgundy's most respected white-wine appellations — strong value for a terroir-specific Chardonnay with aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Bélemnites?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this cuvée apart is a geological story you can actually taste. The Jurassic belemnite fossils in the vineyard's clay-limestone subsoil create drainage and mineral conditions found in very few plots within Pouilly-Fuissé, giving the wine a chalky backbone that distinguishes it from the softer, fruit-forward style common across the Mâconnais. Gilles Morat's minimal-intervention oak program — just 12% new barrels over twelve months — ensures the terroir is not masked. For drinkers who value site transparency in white Burgundy, this is one of the more compelling expressions the appellation has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gilles Morat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837885051049,"sku":"33925","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Gilles-Morat-Pouilly-Fuisse-Belemnites__81229.jpg?v=1730498454"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/gilles-morat.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}