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The Marcel Lapierre estate, in Morgon |
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by Laurent Turrel, © www.nuncbibendum.com 2007
 Even though the Beaujolais wines are still trying to figure out their new identity, a few of these wine-producers have created their own identity. Well-rooted, exclusive quality wine, natural wine-growing methods, authentic, crisp, fruity. This new Beaujolais trend finds its expression in one of its masters: the famous Marcel Lapierre, producer of one of the tastiest, most famous Morgon wines ever.
The estate was created in the 1900s by Marcel Lapierre's grandfather. As the years passed, the estate grew in size (11ha). At the beginning of the 80s, the estate became interested in the work of researcher Jules Chauvet, who is known for his gentle, minimal-intervention method of farming and wine preparation, which was light-years away from the accepted vineyard practices of the time. As expected, Jules Chauvet was taken for a fool. But taking one year with the next, he never lost sight, and today his decision has proven to be the right one.
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Adventures in Les Coteaux-du-Lyonnais |
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by Laurent Turrel, © www.nuncbibendum.com 2007
 Franck Decrenisse is an adventurer! 37 years old, this non-standard wine-producer from Les Coteaux-du-Lyonnais carries the same lively and mischievous expression as do his wines. He dares to take risks in order to bring his customers pure pleasure!
After completing his oenology degree and experimenting with Cognac and Beaujolais wines, Franck Decrenisse returned to his family's property in Chasselay in 1993 and started running the 16ha vineyard, Le Petit Fromentin estate. « Everyone compares Les Coteaux-du-Lyonnais wines to Beaujolais wines. But even though they both share the same Gamay vine, the « AOC » Coteaux-du-Lyonnais is truly the highest northern designation from the Rhône Valley, where the soil is made up of gravel and flint.» This is what makes the difference!
Franck loves the Gamay vine. So much so that he even created the « Conservatoire National du Gamay, »the only of its kind in France. It houses 800 different Gamay varieties, not counting the 500 new varieties that are soon to be added to the Conservatoire. But the adventure doesn't end here!
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The Jade: an Asian ambiance and a discovery of taste |
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 A charming little restaurant nestled in the business district of Lyon, The Jade offers a wide range of Asian flavours in a warm and sober environment. Among the well known dishes on offer: Nems, Thai Sea bream (served grilled with lemongrass), and Caramel pork. For the connoisseur: Salt and Pepper unshelled gambas (large Mediterranean prawns) prepared to a technique carefully guarded by the Chinese owner. An address that we recommend not only for the quality of its cuisine, but also for its welcoming atmosphere. Contact et informations :Le Jade, Asian Restaurant149, rue CuvierF – 69006 LyonT + 33 (0) 4 78 52 91 30How to get there, click here Menus (Appetizer, Main dish and Dessert) available for Lunch and Dinner: 11 and 15 €. A la carte Menu: from 6 € |
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