Domaine de Moriers

Relatively new on the buzzy Beaujolais wine scene, Domaine de Moriers is the new brainchild of Arnaud Combier & François de Nicolay (of Chandon de Briailles in Côte de Beaune). They are based in the village of Lancié, but they have vineyards in Morgon, Fleurie & Moulin-à-Vent. The approach here is very much non-interventionist, with a total ban on chemical shortcuts: they are certified organic and soon biodynamic. The vinification is carried out in concrete vats, with gentle extractions -almost infusions- and with a high percentage of whole bunch, in order to preserve the sense of energy and purity of fruit.