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The genesis of wine is often traced back to the seventh millennium BCE, in the Caucasus, where wine was aged in qvevris (or kvrevris), large jars of 3500 liters buried in the ground. Traditionally, wine has always been what we now consider organic, but the term "organic wine" appeared at the end of the 20th century, in reaction to the hyper-industrialization of wine. Indeed, it was in a context of wine globalization after the Second World War that wine production began to flood the global market with wines full of additives and synthetic chemicals to achieve higher yields and more standardized production, known as conventional wine. Organic wine is therefore a logical response to conventional wine; it aims to be more environmentally friendly and adheres to strict specifications governing wine production.
Organic wine is therefore a wine (red wine, white wine, rosé wine, orange wine, sparkling wine) made from organic farming. Organic wine first met the European specifications of 1991, which governed the principles of organic farming only in the vineyard. It was not until 2012 that new European specifications were published, this time stipulating organic farming regulations also in the cellar.
As mentioned above, wine from organic farming has theoretically always existed, but it is only since 2012 that it has been regulated and controlled by strict specifications in both the vineyard and the cellar. To summarize its obligations, organic wine must be made from certified organic grapes, as well as the sugar, must, or alcohol used during chaptalization and mutage. Also, its specifications prohibit certain winemaking practices such as de-alcoholization, electrodialysis, or thermovinification. The European Union also mandates a sulfite level 50 milligrams per liter lower than conventional wines, i.e., a maximum of 100 milligrams per liter for organic red wines and a maximum of 150 milligrams per liter for organic white wines.
The organic sector is booming, representing nearly 10% of global vineyard area in 2021 with growth of +3.2% compared to 2020 and +78% in 10 years. France is a leader in this field, hosting nearly a third of the world's organic vineyards, followed by its Italian and Spanish neighbors. But organic farming is not only beneficial for the environment; it is also a driver of social well-being. According to a study by Riccardo Vecchio, the organic wine industry creates 50% more jobs than the conventional wine industry, offering more stable jobs with a third of certified farms employing one or more permanent employees, compared to one in five for uncertified farms.
What are the different organic labels recognized in France?
It is INAO that delegates organic farming control and certification activities to independent and approved certification bodies, including Agrocert, Bureau Veritas Certification France, Certipaq bio, Certis, Certisud, Ecocert, Qualisud, Bureau Alpes Contrôles. Every year, certified vineyards are audited by one of these bodies, and in case of irregularity, a unique catalog of measures is applied. A label project to identify farms in the conversion phase (over one or more years) is also under study.
However, for some winemakers, the AB label is too flexible and allows for farming that claims to be organic but has some industrial deviations, notably with the support of large retailers who are trying to seize these new market opportunities. Therefore, two new labels have emerged: Nature & Progrès and Bio Cohérence have stricter specifications, including a ban on sales through mass distribution channels, a measure whose implementation aims to promote short supply chains.
It should be noted that there are many other labels categorizing organic wines that have stricter specifications. Demeter and Biodyvin regulate biodynamic wines or wines from biodynamic winemaking, an esoteric viticulture that considers the vine as a living ecosystem with more rigorous legislation on operations carried out in the cellar. Stricter than biodynamics (or biodynamic wine), the Vin Méthode Nature label proposes a charter for natural wine with an emphasis on low addition of sulfites in the wine and the use of indigenous yeasts. Terra Vitis and Haute Valeur Environnementale are two labels that promote sustainable development, through the preservation of biodiversity, phytosanitary strategies, and fertilization and irrigation management.
Finally, it should also be remembered that many winemakers refuse to be categorized under any label because it would mean denying the principle of the agricultural counter-model: emancipating oneself from standardized norms, not fitting into boxes. This can be seen as a way for the winemaker to assert themselves as unique and with a strong identity.
How is consuming organic wine better for the environment?
One of the great strengths of organic winemakers is their ability to bring life back to the soil and the surrounding flora and fauna. In France, viticulture accounts for 20% of agricultural pesticide use, compared to only 3% of agricultural land. Organic viticulture therefore emerges as an ecological hope: little to no use of phytosanitary products, recourse to organic fertilizers and compost, a reduction of up to one-third of CO2 emissions compared to conventional wine. With better respect for the vine, there is on the one hand a rebirth of the soil, which slows down erosion and promotes subterranean flora and fauna, and on the other hand, a rebirth of pollinators (bees, butterflies...) thanks to an increasing presence of life between the vines (hedges, wild plants, shrubs...).
Organic viticulture also allows for better water management, notably with less water stress (more organic matter in the soil allows for better water retention) and especially less artificial irrigation (the resilience of the vine is preferred). Each cuvée, each vintage, each bottle, in short, each wine from organic farming is therefore directly influenced by climatic hazards, which makes it possible to produce a wine (red wine, white wine, rosé wine, orange wine, sparkling wine) with its own distinct and marked personality.
How is consuming organic wine better for health?
No one can deny that alcohol, and therefore wine, is dangerous for health and should be consumed in moderation. Nevertheless, where conventional wine may contain pesticide residues, additives, and chemicals, organic wine reduces the presence of these harmful substances. It is also full of living bacteria and yeasts that can have benefits for the microbiota, including improved blood vessel function, improved protection of brain cells against cognitive damage, reduced risk of certain types of cancer (especially breast cancer), and better digestion thanks to the production of digestive enzymes stimulated by wine.
Another undeniable health benefit of organic wine is the reduction of sulfites, preservatives widely used in conventional wine to stabilize it. For an equivalent amount consumed, an organic wine will cause fewer headaches the next day than a conventional wine!
What are the advantages of organic farming for winemakers?
When we talk about organic wine, we often think about the health of our planet or our body, but we think much less about the health of our winemakers. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to observe cases of cancer or respiratory problems among winegrowers, due to synthetic chemicals used such as pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or fertilizers. Conversely, organic wine aims to drastically reduce these substances, so organic viticulture is beneficial for those who work the vines daily.
Although organic farming requires more physical and organizational effort, it exposes winemakers to significantly fewer toxic products. The use of alternative methods is also beneficial from a psychological point of view, as some producers state that the quality of the organic wine produced offers and brings a deep meaning to their profession, and according to a virtuous circle, this helps maintain a respectful, attentive, and intuitive relationship with their wine work.
But organic farming is also synonymous with short supply chains and therefore support for local economies with a win-win situation for all: the consumer has full traceability of the bottles consumed, and the producer has an income that better reflects the reality of their work. A virtuous system is thus created where the winemaker has more financial resources, allowing them to experiment with new things (new grape varieties, for example) and thus increase consumer satisfaction.
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This Brut Nature Rosé perfectly reflects the style of Clos Lentiscus: fine bubbles, great freshness, and a strong Mediterranean identity. Aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, pomegranate, and dried flowers are supported by a lively, saline palate with remarkable precision. A rosé for gastronomy as much as for an aperitif.
Winemaking
A blend of 45% Ull de Llebre (Tempranillo), 45% Sumoll, and 10% Syrah. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, secondary fermentation using the traditional method, extended aging on lees, and Brut Nature with no dosage. Like all the estate's sparkling wines, the tirage is carried out with rosemary honey produced on the property.
Crafted in the heart of the Garraf Natural Park, this Brut Nature White wine expresses all the freshness of Xarel·lo grown on limestone soils swept by Mediterranean sea spray. The bubbles are fine and elegant, accompanying notes of citrus, green apple, white flowers, and a beautiful chalky minerality. A vibrant and remarkably tense… Spanish champagne.
Vinification
100% Xarel·lo, fermentation with indigenous yeasts followed by second fermentation in the bottle according to the traditional method. Prolonged aging on lees, no dosage (Brut Nature), with rosemary honey produced on the estate used for the tirage.
Munjebel Bianco 2023
A highly precise volcanic Zibibbo
The 2023 Munjebel Bianco reveals the full uniqueness of Zibibbo cultivated on the basaltic soils of Etna. True to Frank Cornelissen's philosophy, this cuvée is made with minimal intervention to allow the grape variety and its volcanic environment to express themselves fully. Vinified with skin maceration and then aged for six months in amphorae, this white wine combines aromatic intensity, freshness, and remarkable energy.
A vibrant tasting experience
The color is golden yellow with luminous reflections. The nose reveals a complex palette combining citrus, candied lemon, white flowers, yellow-fleshed fruits, and fine Mediterranean herbs, supported by a mineral signature typical of Etna's volcanic soils. On the palate, the attack is ample, giving way to a beautiful tension, supported by a delicately tannic texture inherited from the maceration. The finish is long, saline, and particularly refreshing.
Pairings full of character
Munjebel Bianco perfectly accompanies grilled fish, crustaceans, shellfish, poultry, Mediterranean vegetables, or even spicy cuisines. Its structure also allows it to pair with aged cheeses or elaborate vegetarian dishes.
With an aging potential of approximately 5 to 8 years, this cuvée perfectly illustrates Frank Cornelissen's style: living, precise wines deeply marked by the volcanic identity of Etna.
Les Gallongs is a Chardonnay from calcareous marl that is reminiscent of the great white wines of the Mâconnais region due to its balance between richness and tension. The nose opens with white fruits, dried fruits, linden blossom, and delicate notes of autolysis. The palate is full, saline, and particularly mineral, with a long, fresh finish.
Winemaking
Direct pressing followed by fermentation in barrels with indigenous yeasts. Aged for 18 months on lees in old barrels, with no new wood. Wine unfined, unfiltered, and made with very low sulfites.
Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Saint Georges Nights at the Red Cross White 2020
15100
€151,00
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Saint Georges Nights at the Red Cross White 2020
15100
€151,00
Unit price perNuits Saint Georges Aux Croix Rouges Blanc 2020,
Frédéric Cossard
A beautiful deep gold color, a magnificent nose, opulent, deep, and heady, with notes of white flowers. On the palate, it has plenty of presence and a lovely honeyed, brioche-like sensation. This superb Nuits-Saint-Georges blanc seduces with its rarity, but also with its freshness and balance. The Pinot Blancs from which it is made grow on limestone and marl soils.
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Through his entirely natural approach, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undistorted by agricultural chemicals. Having observed, during his years of trading, the existence of harmful wine-growing practices, the winemaker used this counter-example to practice unadulterated viticulture. Thus, he produces vintages of purity and elegance without artifice which are among the most sought-after in Burgundy. Frédéric worked for a time as a wine broker before creating the Chassorney estate with his partner Laure in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own wine merchant house and purchased organic grapes to vinify, according to his style and convictions, great vintages such as Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée and several Beaujolais vintages. The practice is not limited to Burgundy since vintages are made from grapes purchased in the Jura or Languedoc. At his place, the work of the soil and the vines is done as naturally as possible: regular plowing by horse, no addition of chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are cared for according to the principles of biodynamics: homeopathic treatments based on essential oils, copper and sulfur in minimal doses. The harvest is entirely manual, carried out at full maturity, at the end of October. red or white, classic Burgundies or more atypical or less “regional” bottles, Frédéric’s vintages are rare and sought-after wines, which sometimes require waiting.
Description
The most approachable and delicious cuvée from Domaine Marcel Lapierre. Made primarily from young Gamay vines, Raisins Gaulois is a crisp, juicy, and wonderfully convivial red wine, characterized by aromas of fresh cherry, raspberry, and small red berries. An immediate pleasure wine that perfectly embodies the spirit of natural Beaujolais.
Winemaking
Hand-harvested, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, semi-carbonic maceration with whole bunches, short aging in vats, unfined and unfiltered, with minimal sulfur added at bottling depending on the vintage.
Description
The classic of the estate. From the historic terroirs of Morgon, this Gamay expresses the full depth of the cru with notes of black cherry, blackberry, violet, and sweet spices. The palate combines fruit, freshness, and structure with remarkable aging potential, while retaining the finesse that has made the Lapierre family famous.
Winemaking
Manual harvest, whole bunches, fermentation with native yeasts, traditional Beaujolais semi-carbonic maceration, aging in old foudres and Burgundian barrels for several months, without fining or filtration.
Terre des Anonymes Blanc 2015, Domaine La Sorga
This 100% Colombard white wine comes from the basalt sandy soils of the Hérault Valley, in Adissan. The grapes are vinified in whole bunches for forty-five days, then macerated for eleven months in vats. Its mango notes give it a real affinity with Asian cuisine and seafood such as scallops, cuttlefish, or squid. Its aging potential is ten years.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Munjebel VA Red 2020
Cornelissen
Made from pure Sicilian Nerello Mascalese (PDO/DOP Etna Rosso and PGI Terre Siciliane Nerello Mascalese appellations), Munjebel VA is an organic (Eurofeuille), biodynamic, and natural red wine produced by Frank Cornelissen. It is a blend of the estate's three highest vineyards (Vigne Alte), rich in biodiversity: Tartaraci (1,000 m above sea level), Rampante Soprana (870 m), and Barbabecchi (910 m). The soils are basaltic and the ungrafted vines are on average 90 years old.
Vinification
The Nerello Mascalese grapes are destemmed and lightly crushed before a 50-day fermentation-maceration on the skins. The wine is aged for 18 months in vats and 18 months in bottle. No fining, light filtration.
Tasting
Munjebel VA is the estate's most Burgundian vintage, with the most pronounced acidity. Balanced, structured, gastronomic, and easy to drink, it offers plenty of crisp fruit, without ever being too easy. This wine magnificently expresses the excellence and precision of the old, ungrafted Nerello Mascalese vines located on the high terraces of Etna's northern valley. At the table, it goes with everything, and especially with a good roast poultry, to be chosen from the Ferme du Vidalies or the Collectif de la Noire d’Astarac-Bigorre.
Learn more about Frank Cornelissen
A key and universally respected figure in natural, organic and biodynamic wine, the Belgian Frank Cornelissen, a winemaker conquered by Sicily, is a classic. This man of constant questioning lives in human and cosmic resonance with his terroir: he has demonstrated that the powerful minerality of a great volcanic soil could be highlighted by the naturalness of his wines.
An ideal terroir for plot-by-plot vinification
In Passopisciaro, Sicily, in the north of the Etna valley, the 19 plots cover 24 hectares of basalt soils spread over numerous localities (contrade) between 600 and 900 meters above sea level on the side of the volcano. It is, says Frank Cornelissen, the "Night Coast of Sicily". Frank Cornelissen's contrade are all cultivated biodynamically and vinified separately: he decides on the blends based on the quality of each.
The nobility of Nerello Mascalese
Nerello Mascalese is the dominant variety and alone makes up the greatest vintages. This traditional red grape variety from the northern Etna valley produces hypermineral wines due to its long growing cycle. Other grape varieties in the azienda: Nerello Capuccio, Minella Bianco, Minella Nera, Alicante Bouschet, Malvasia, Catarratto, Moscadella, Grecanico Dorato, Carricante…
Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Magnum Saint Romain Sous Roche Rouge 2017
14450
€144,50
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Magnum Saint Romain Sous Roche Rouge 2017
14450
€144,50
Unit price perMagnum Saint Romain Sous Roche Rouge 2017,
Domaine de Chassorney
This Pinot Noir comes from a plot with a steep, south-southeast-facing terroir located between 280 and 400 meters above sea level in the Saint-Romain appellation. The soils are primarily marl, limestone, and clay. The grapes, from fifty-year-old vines, macerate in whole bunches. Aging takes place in barrels for about a year. Beautiful structure, well-rounded tannins, and lovely notes of black fruit.
A natural wine with no added sulfites.
Amoroso Blanc
Distillerie Sentema
Amoroso Blanc is an ode to freshness, finesse, and controlled indulgence. Crafted by Distillerie Sentema in the Alpes-Maritimes, this sweet white vermouth is part of an artisanal approach rooted in the Provençal terroir. It is made from Rolle (Vermentino) grown in Correns, Var, then fortified with a local wine spirit, before undergoing a two-week maceration with a complex blend of organic plants and citrus fruits.
Unlike many commercially available white vermouths, Amoroso Blanc avoids any heaviness. Its sweetness is precisely balanced, supported by delicate bitters and a great vegetal freshness. It features absinthe from Barjols, sweet mint, and verbena harvested in the south, bitter orange leaves, and precious Menton IGP lemon peels, which bring an elegant zesty note to the blend.
On the nose, the aroma is floral and citrusy, with mentholated and slightly herbaceous nuances. On the palate, the attack is smooth, sweet yet taut, very fresh. Verbena and mint offer an almost ethereal dimension, while citrus fruits structure the whole. The finish is long, vibrant, never sugary, with a beautiful floral and citrus persistence.
Perfect as an aperitif, Amoroso Blanc can be enjoyed neat, chilled, or in a cocktail. It also pairs very well with seafood dishes, a citrus salad, or white fruit-based desserts.
A luminous, elegant Provençal white vermouth that subtly enhances the herbs of the South.
L'Enchanteresse Rouge 2016, La Grapperie
A 100% Pineau d'Aunis that has seen more. L'Enchanteresse is a cuvée from old vines planted in the Coteaux du Loir appellation, on soils dominated by clay and flint. Partially destemmed, the grapes macerate for three to four weeks, which gives them excellent aging potential. Bottling takes place after thirty months of aging. A very intense nose of black fruits that continues with a beautiful volume on the palate, and a length that leaves you thinking.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
A 100% Pineau d'Aunis that has seen more. L'Enchanteresse is a cuvée from old vines planted in the Coteaux du Loir appellation, on soils dominated by clay and flint. Partially destemmed, the grapes macerate for three to four weeks, which gives them excellent aging potential. Bottling takes place after thirty months of aging. A very intense nose of black fruits that continues with a beautiful volume on the palate, and a length that leaves you thinking.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
A deep and vibrant Carignan, where dark fruit meets an unexpected freshness. A sincere and expressive cuvée, true to the lively spirit of Fond Cyprès.
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In the heart of Languedoc, Domaine Fond Cyprès, led by Laetitia and Rodolphe Gianesini, is committed to a demanding natural approach. The vines are cultivated without synthetic products and winemaking is done with minimal intervention, allowing the grapes to express themselves fully.
Made from old Carignan vines, Le Carignan de la Source 2023 reveals all the richness of this grape variety. The color is dark, deep. The nose opens with notes of blackberry, black cherry and spices, with a slightly wild touch.
On the palate, the wine is structured but balanced by a beautiful freshness. The tannins are present but supple, and the finish is long, marked by a beautiful aromatic intensity.
A red with character, ideal with Mediterranean dishes, grilled or stewed meats.
Produced from carefully selected Greengage plums, this eau-de-vie reveals a brilliant, generous, and very pure fruit. The aromas of ripe plum, white flowers, and stone are expressed with finesse in a full and elegant palate. An emblematic cuvée of Distillerie Cazottes' artisanal work.
A free and brilliant white, conceived as a return to origins with freshness and precision. Back to Blaye 2025 captivates with its energy and natural fruitiness.
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With this exclusive cuvée, Château Frédignac offers a modern and vibrant interpretation of Blaye whites. From respectful viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking, the wine fully expresses its origin.
The color is pale and luminous. The nose reveals notes of citrus, white fruits, and a floral touch. On the palate, the attack is lively, carried by a beautiful freshness. The texture is fluid, balanced, with a clean and thirst-quenching finish.
An ideal white as an aperitif or with seafood, perfect for simple and convivial moments.
Version Sud Rouge 2022
Fréderic Cossard
One hundred percent Grenache is the composition of Version Sud by Frédéric Cossard, an organic and natural red wine vinified in Burgundy from organic grapes harvested in the Vaucluse region.
Vinification
The Grenache grapes used to make Version Sud are harvested near Vaison-La-Romaine, in northern Provence, on clay-limestone soils. The vinification begins with a two-week maceration of whole bunches, without exogenous yeasts or added sulfur, and ends with a one-year aging in concrete eggs.
Tasting
The nose of Version Sud is intensely fruity, highlighted by garrigue plants. The ruby color is superb and silky. On the palate, red and black fruits abound and are fresh. A true Provençal Rhône wine in the hands of this Burgundian virtuoso, Frédéric Cossard.
Learn more about Frédéric Cossard and the Chassorney estate
Frédéric Cossard and the Chassorney estate give voice to the terroirs and wines of Burgundy and elsewhere in an organic and natural way, undistorted by agricultural chemicals, according to the style and convictions of this winegrower and merchant. Wherever his grapes come from, his wines bear the Cossard brand, both classic and innovative.
Between viticulture and trade
Frédéric Cossard created the Chassorney estate in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own trading house and buys organic grapes from the greatest climates of Burgundy, but also from Jura, Languedoc and elsewhere.
A solid commitment to nature
At Frédéric Cossard, the work of the soil and the vines is done naturally: plowing by horse, no chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are tended biodynamically, the harvest is manual, carried out at full maturity. Frédéric Cossard's vintages are rare and sought-after wines, always highly anticipated but which sometimes require waiting.
Potion Magique Rouge 2018, Domaine de l'Octavin
A surprising and purely Jura blend of Chardonnay, Savagnin, and Poulsard, grown on white and gray marl. A little mischievous, loaded with raspberry, orange peel, and flowers, a truly exceptional wine supported by fine acidity and earthy notes. The druid Panoramix, indeed, could not have done better.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
A surprising and purely Jura blend of Chardonnay, Savagnin, and Poulsard, grown on white and gray marl. A little mischievous, loaded with raspberry, orange peel, and flowers, a truly exceptional wine supported by fine acidity and earthy notes. The druid Panoramix, indeed, could not have done better.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Magnum En Carran La Croix de Bernard Rouge 2019
9500
€95,00
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Magnum En Carran La Croix de Bernard Rouge 2019
9500
€95,00
Unit price perIn Carran La Croix de Bernard Rouge - 2019,
Domaine de Chassorney
Through his entirely natural work, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undistorted by agricultural chemicals. Having observed, during his years of trading, the existence of harmful viticultural practices, the winemaker used this counterexample to practice unadulterated viticulture. Thus, he produces vintages of unadulterated purity and elegance that are among the most sought-after in Burgundy. Frédéric worked for some time as a wine broker before creating the Chassorney estate with his partner Laure in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own wine trading house and buys organic grapes to vinify, according to his style and convictions, great vintages such as Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée and several Beaujolais crus. The exercise is not limited to Burgundy, as vintages are made from grapes purchased in the Jura or Languedoc. At his place, the work of the soil and the vines is done as naturally as possible: regular plowing by horse, no addition of chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are cared for according to the principles of biodynamics: homeopathic treatments based on essential oils, copper and sulfur in minimal doses. The harvest is entirely manual, carried out at full maturity, at the end of October. Reds or whites, classic Burgundies or more atypical or less "regional" bottles, Frédéric's vintages are rare and sought-after wines, which sometimes require waiting.
This Pinot Noir comes from a plot whose steep terroir, facing south-southeast, is located between 280 and 400 meters above sea level in the Saint-Romain appellation. The soils there are mainly marl, limestone and clay. The grapes macerate in whole bunches. Aging takes place for about a year in barrels. The soils and the work in the vineyard reveal the full potential of the grape variety: a deep, complex, fleshy and silky wine, packaged only in magnum format.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Frédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Volnay 1er Cru Les Lurets Red 2021
10800
€108,00
Unit price perFrédéric Cossard - Domaine de Chassorney
Volnay 1er Cru Les Lurets Red 2021
10800
€108,00
Unit price perVolnay 1er Cru Les Lurets Rouge 2021
Domaine de Chassorney
From one of the finest climates in Volnay, this premier cru red wine is opulent, balanced, and dense. It offers abundant notes of red and black fruits, including a full, ripe, and flavorful cherry. This is a voluptuous wine to be enjoyed at special occasions. Its velvety structure is fine and delicate, soaring into notes of airy lightness. The Lurets plot, in the Volnay AOC, produced this Pinot Noir. Its steep, west-southeast-facing terroir is located between 230 and 280 meters above sea level. The soils are primarily composed of pink limestone supported by white schist pebbles. The grapes macerate in whole bunches for two weeks in open wooden fermenters. The aging is about a year in old and new oak barrels.
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Through his entirely natural work, Frédéric Cossard gives voice to the terroirs and Burgundy wines, undeformed by agricultural chemicals. Having observed, during his years of trading, the existence of harmful viticultural practices, the winemaker used this counter-example to practice unadulterated viticulture. Thus, he produces vintages of purity and elegance without artifice that are among the most sought-after in Burgundy. Frédéric worked for some time as a wine broker before creating the Chassorney estate with his partner Laure in 1996: initially a few ares of vines in Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses and Savigny-lès-Beaune, and currently ten hectares spread across the Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, Volnay, Bourgogne-Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune and Bourgogne appellations. In 2006, he created his own wine trading house and buys organic grapes to vinify, according to his style and convictions, great vintages such as Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Pommard, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Vosne-Romanée and several Beaujolais crus. The practice is not limited to Burgundy, as vintages are made from grapes purchased in the Jura, Languedoc, and elsewhere. At his farm, the soil and vines are worked as naturally as possible: regular horse-drawn ploughing, no addition of chemical fertilizers or weedkillers. The vines are tended according to biodynamic principles: homeopathic treatments based on essential oils, copper, and sulfur in minimal doses. The harvest is entirely manual, carried out at full maturity, at the end of October. Red or white, classic Burgundies or more atypical or less "regional" bottles, Frédéric's vintages are rare and sought-after wines, which sometimes require waiting.
