Farming
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Forest Fruits, Savoury, Peppery
Rhone / Red / Grenache / Organic, Biodynamic
Farming |
Organic/Biodynamic |
Producer |
Domaine Houillon |
Grape |
Grenache |
Wine Type |
Red |
Country |
France |
Region |
Cotes Du Rhone AOC, Rhone |
Vintage |
2021 |
Alcohol |
13% |
Size |
75cl |
This cuvée is made from the oldest Grenache at the domaine – 70yo+ vines. The grapes were destemmed for a 10-week maceration, ageing occurred in stainless steel on fine lees before bottling in March 2022..
Notes on the producer
After studying wine and some work experience in Burgundy and California, Adrien took over his Grandfather Raymond Bertrand in 2009. The first year he moved to organic viticulture, certified in 2012 and since 2020 he is applying Biodynamic principles. Agriculture is a work of patience, and it took him 10 years to get nature back on track with healthy living soils. The move towards biodynamic viticulture is the continuity of his philosophy.
The Domaine covers 20ha, all the work is done manually by a close-knit team surrounding Adrien. One thing is for sure, he doesn’t count the hours spent in his vines!
In Greek mythology Gaia, mother of earth gave birth to several children, among them Ourea, Goddess of the mountains. A nod to the highest plot of the estate that is found high up in the Dentelles de Montmirail.