Rosso di Gaetano Red 2013, Le Coste A 100% Sangiovese Italian red from the Azienda Le Coste estate, produced from vines grown on the superb volcanic soils of Lazio, Rosso di Gaetano could almost be mistaken for a Gamay if true aficionados didn't notice an extra soul, depth, and spicy notes that tickle the nostrils and are confirmed on the palate, blended with notes of red fruits and a slightly smoky finish. A natural wine with no added sulfites.
Roc Cab Rouge 2018, Les Vignes de Babass Dervieux A single-varietal red, 100% Cabernet Franc, from vines planted in the mid-1950s (Babass hadn't even been born yet). Roc' Cab' was vinified in whole bunches and aged in fiberglass vats. On the nose, there are beautiful notes of candied red fruits, which continue on a round, fluid, peppery, and decidedly fleshy palate, expressing all the beauty of this very straightforward grape variety. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Dance with a Red Slice 2011, Philippe Jambon The fruit of the partnership between Philippe Jambon and Benoît Camus, this Gamay macerates in whole bunches before aging in barrels. A lovely, generous, velvety, and opulent natural Beaujolais. Gourmet notes of cherry, blackcurrant, elderberry, and a touch of smoke. On the palate, there is plenty of substance, fleshy tannins, and an impressive chewiness. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Munjebel Bianco Blanc 2017, Frank Cornelissen Produced on mid-altitude plots from equal parts Grecanico Dorato and Carricante, on the Calderara, Borriglione, Crasà and Picciolo plots, this white is very mature. It combines beautiful concentration, freshness and oriental aromas: orange blossom, jasmine, dried apricot. The vines are over forty years old; the grapes are destemmed, lightly crushed and macerated for about four days. No fining, no sulfiting, light filtration before bottling. This wine will pair with an almost infinite variety of dishes, meat and fish, oysters and shellfish, and all Asian cuisines. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Magnum Magma Rouge 2016, Frank Cornelissen Frank Cornelissen's grand cru is, as expected, a wine for aging. It reveals the remarkable depth of the Nerello Mascalese grape variety, from the Barbabecchi plot, planted with ungrafted, pre-phylloxera vines, more than a hundred years old, at an altitude of 910 meters on the slopes of Etna. Skin maceration takes place for sixty days on destemmed and lightly crushed grapes. No fining, no sulfites, light filtration before bottling. With a very dense texture, this red is more mineral than fruity (the fruit notes are candied: blackberry, prune, all roundness and melted tannins). Its depth and power are balanced by great freshness. Possibility of traces of volatile acidity, quickly disappearing with decanting. Natural wine without added sulfites. Pairs with an exceptional product, the black pork ham of Bigorre
Muscat Sec des Roumanis Blanc 2012, Le Petit Domaine de Gimios This dry Muscat with small grains comes from century-old vines planted on limestone soil very close to the bedrock. The grapes are foot-trodden, very lightly macerated and then aged for several months in stainless steel vats. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Betty Rosay Rosé 2016, Domaine de l'Octavin 100% biodynamic Gamay on clay-limestone soil, this rosé is an excellent surprise. The nose evokes rhubarb and the palate is fruity and fresh, making this Betty an excellent thirst-quenching wine.
Monts d'Alicante Rouge 2016, Domaine de l'Octavin A beautiful ruby red, this wine is a blend of Alicante and Mondeuse Noire grown biodynamically on gray limestone marl. It seems to us to be a perfect expression of the Jura terroir, with its ruddy fruits, light tannins and exotic aromas of superb length. Exceptional, harmonious, fresh and elegant. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Dorabella Rouge 2015, Domaine de l'Octavin Here is a Poulsard red full of fruit, subtlety and indulgence, typical of this wonderful Jura grape variety. The vines are grown biodynamically on gray limestone marl. The wine is obtained by partial or total carbonic maceration depending on the vintage, so don't be surprised by a slight sparkle. Lovely light ruby color; notes of spices, raspberry and small red fruits. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
P'tit Poussot Blanc 2017, Domaine de l'Octavin This white is a 100% Chardonnay produced biodynamically on red marl soils (Poussot is the name of the plot). Mineral and dry yet fruity, joyful and pleasant, it offers a nose of pear and pineapple, plenty of freshness and acidity. Made for very good charcuterie: we can go as far as pata negra or Iberian chorizo. An excellent aperitif or table wine. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Le Roi Blanc Macération 2017, Domaine de l'Octavin Why the king? Because it's Riesling, the king of grape varieties, grown biodynamically on clay-limestone soils. Even better: it's a macerated Riesling, vinified to capture all the power of the grape. For fine dinners, refined dishes, and delicate gastronomy. And to drink on its own, as an aperitif, to appreciate its thousand aristocratic nuances. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Trousseau de Messagelin Rouge 2017, Domaine des Cavarodes As its name suggests, this is a trousseau, benefiting from the Arbois AOP. The grapes undergo carbonic maceration and the wine is aged in tuns. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Limited to one bottle per person Caroline Blanc 2009, Domaine des Griottes This 100% sweet Chenin from century-old vines and named after the estate's mare is not only a tour de force (without sulfur!) but also a top-notch bottle. Amber color, rather clear, nose of candied quince and controlled oxidation. On the palate, nuances of raisin and old pure malt whisky. The initially dry attack gives way to a freshness and sweetness that develop in arpeggios. On the palate, a vibrant balance between opulence and acidity: a great wine that botrytis is still growing. Don't miss out. One bottle maximum per person + one bottle from another winemaker to validate the order
One bottle maximum per person + one bottle from another winemaker to validate the order Natural wine with no added sulfites.
This very fresh, easy-drinking white wine (10% alcohol) is the result of a very light maceration of native Catalan grape varieties: Garnatxa Blanca, Macabeu, Moscatell, Vinyater, Xarel·lo, Parsé and Parellada. Beautiful maturity, sharp character and acidity characteristic of this estate. Perfect for seafood. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
VN, Vinel·lo rouge, is a particularly successful blend of indigenous grape varieties: samsó (cinsault), garrut (mourvèdre), trepat, ull de perdiu, queixal de llop, sumoll and grenache noir, harvested on predominantly limestone soils. Vinification is done individually according to the varieties. No filtration, no additives, no added sulfites. A supple and hyperfruity classic "à la jura", an everyday wine, easy to drink, with a beautiful fresh expression and notes of pomegranate. Natural wine with no added sulfites.
SM Sumoll Red 2017, Partida Creus This red sumoll, a very old Catalan red grape variety that has long been neglected, is one of Partida Creus' favorites. Low-yielding, sumoll gives its best on poor soils, which gives it great concentration, beautiful balance, juicy black fruit, dense and generous, notes of spices and Mediterranean plants, and finally an earthy, animal and smoky character. The short maceration allows it to retain freshness and acidity. It will be excellent with red meats, roasts, duck, but the range of its pairings is actually very wide. Natural wine without added sulfites.
CV Cartoixá Vermell Ancestral - Sparkling White 2017, Partida Creus This natural sparkling white is, as its initials indicate, made from cartoixa vermell, another name for xarel·lo, a traditional Catalan grape variety brought up to date by Massimo and Antonella. The wine is obtained by refermentation in the bottle (ancestral method) and aged on fine lees. The aromatic and fragrant character of the grape variety blossoms through fine bubbles, notes of ripe fruit and white flowers stand out. On the palate, it is very easy to drink, and fresh. Natural wine with no added sulfites.