Beaujolais Romany
10,20 euros
🍷 Red Wine – Beaujolais Nouveau
Aurélie & Fabien Romany 2024: Fruity, Natural & Festive
A joyful and delicious, certified organic 2024 Beaujolais Nouveau, produced by winemaking couple Aurélie & Fabien Romany. A pure, lively and convivial Gamay, perfect for celebrating primeur wine as it should be.
🔍 Main features:
Producers : Aurélie & Fabien Romany
Appellation : AOP Beaujolais Nouveau
Vintage : 2024
Certification : Organic wine (AB certified)
Capacity : 75 cl
Grape variety : 100% Gamay
Alcohol content : ≃ 13% vol.
Vinification : Natural, semi-carbonic maceration, without chemical additives and with very few sulfites
👁️ Wine profile:
Eye : Light red, bright, ruby reflections.
Nose : Crunchy red fruits (strawberry, cherry), English candy, floral touch.
Palate : Juicy and light, melted tannins, fresh and thirst-quenching finish, faithful to the spirit of Beaujolais Nouveau.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings:
To be enjoyed with:
Platter of artisanal charcuterie.
Roast chicken, quiche, raclette.
💡 Suggestion : ideal for an aperitif with friends or an autumn buffet.
🕰️ Consumption & Service:
Serving temperature : 13–15°C.
Preparation : Open and enjoy immediately.
Aging potential : Drink young to enjoy its fruity brilliance.
🌿 Commitment & Terroir:
Estate in certified organic agriculture since 2013.
Old vines on granite and clay-limestone soils in South Beaujolais.
Manual work, hand-harvesting, respect for living things and minimal interventionist winemaking.
🎁 Special Offer:
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Return of the Swallows
21,50 euros
🍷 Red Wine – Natural Wine
Return of the Swallows – Alonso Tribe: Natural & Expressive
A 100% Gamay natural red wine, produced from a conservatory of 31 varieties cultivated biodynamically by Cyril Alonso in Marchampt. Produced without additives or sulfites, this wine delights with its purity, freshness, and energy.
🔍 Main features:
Name : Return of the Swallows
Appellation : Vin de France (Beaujolais)
Vintage : 2023
Capacity : 75 cl
Grape varieties : 100% Gamay
Alcohol content : 11.5% vol (typically light, fresh)
🌿 Terroir & Viticulture:
Region : Marchampt, Beaujolais vert – granite terroirs and forests classified as LPO refuges .
Soils : poor granite, very draining.
Viticulture : organic, agroforestry, conservation of 140 grape varieties, manual harvesting, free-run juice pressing, natural fermentation without additives.
🍷 Vinification & Aging:
Cold carbonic maceration: wine produced only from free-run juice, fermented in whole bunches.
Aged in fiberglass tanks, without filtration, little or no sulfur added.
👁️ Sensory profile:
Nose : fruity clarity, citrus, kirsch cherry, candied clementine, absence of aggressive phenols.
Palate : refreshing, tangy, soft tannins, light structure, beautiful saline mineral tension — stimulating floral and tangy notes.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings:
Perfect with:
Aperitifs, charcuterie, Lyonnaise cured meats.
Light grills, summer dishes, seafood.
Friendly moments with friends, tapas platters.
🕰️ Consumption & Service:
Temperature : 12–14°C.
Decanting : not necessary.
Aging potential : drink young (2023–2025) to benefit from its vitality.
🌟 What makes it unique:
A radical approach to Gamay: 31 grape varieties, fallow land, agroforestry, natural wine without sulfites, pure expression of the granite terroir of Marchampt and the committed philosophy of the Alonso Tribe.
🎁 Special Offer:
Enjoy 10% off any order of Retour des Hirondelles 2023 (≥ €50) with code REDUCTIONOFF . Discover a vibrant, sincere, and unique wine.
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Saint-Chinian Lou Daro
14,00 euros
🍷 Lou Daro 2022 – Château de Gragnos
An old-vine Saint-Chinian where ripe fruit meets the freshness of the garrigue
Born from vines around 40 years old grown on the slopes of Saint-Chinian, Lou Daro 2022 reveals a generous and authentic expression of Languedoc. Its blend of Grenache, Syrah and Carignan reveals aromas of ripe fruit and raspberry, accompanied by notes of garrigue. The full-bodied and rounded palate offers a beautiful presence, while its fresh and delicate finish brings balance to the whole. A terroir-driven red that naturally finds its place with rosemary-crusted rack of lamb or fine grilled meats.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Lou Daro
Appellation: AOP Saint-Chinian
Producer: Château de Gragnos
Vintage: 2022
Wine region: Languedoc – Saint-Chinian
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: Grenache, Syrah and Carignan
Alcohol content: 14% ABV (to be confirmed on the label)
Terroir: Clay-limestone and sandstone soils
Vine age: Around 40 years
Yield: 35 hl/ha
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Deep red with purple highlights.
Nose: A frank and expressive nose marked by aromas of garrigue, accompanied by notes of ripe fruit.
Palate: Full-bodied and rounded, it reveals flavors of ripe fruit and raspberry. The texture provides a beautiful presence, prolonged by a fresh, fine and persistent finish.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
With its generous texture and southern accents, Lou Daro pairs particularly well with meats and dishes with character:
Rack of lamb with honey and rosemary
Ribeye steak and grilled meats
Roast duck breast
Provençal vegetable tian
Stuffed eggplant with Mediterranean herbs
Our suggestion: A rack of lamb roasted with honey and rosemary. The flavors of the dish prolong the wine's notes of garrigue and pair with its full-bodied and fruity palate.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: 15 to 16 °C.
Preparation: Aerating the wine for around 30 minutes before serving allows it to develop its aromatic expression.
Tasting: Enjoy now to appreciate its fruity expression, roundness and fresh finish.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
In the heart of the Saint-Chinian appellation, Château de Gragnos grows its vines on clay-limestone and sandstone soils, under the influence of the Mediterranean climate. Lou Daro comes from plots planted around 40 years ago, with a controlled yield of 35 hl/ha.
The grape selection takes into account their origin and ripeness. After full crushing, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, according to a natural winemaking process without additives.
Aging continues entirely in stainless steel tanks to preserve the expression of the fruit and the freshness of the wine.
Good Pick
17,90 euros
🍷 Bonne Pioche – Domaine Clavel
An elegant Pic Saint-Loup, with notes of violet, black fruit and delicate spices
Awarded two stars in the Guide Hachette des Vins, Domaine Clavel's Bonne Pioche expresses the full finesse of a great Pic Saint-Loup terroir. Dominated by Syrah, this blend combines the depth of Mourvèdre with the richness of Grenache. Its bouquet gradually reveals notes of violet, blackberry, blackcurrant and black pepper, accompanied by nuances of rosemary and garrigue. On the palate, the silky texture, refined tannins and freshness create an elegant and long-lasting red wine. A fine dining wine that prioritizes finesse and depth over power.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Bonne Pioche
Appellation: AOP Pic Saint-Loup
Vintage: 2022
Producer: Domaine Clavel
Wine region: Languedoc – Pic Saint-Loup
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: 65% Syrah, 20% Mourvèdre, 15% Grenache noir
Alcohol content: 14% ABV
Certification: Organic farming
Distinction: 2 stars in the 2026 Guide Hachette des Vins
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Deep red with violet and purple highlights.
Nose: A refined bouquet combining the aromas of peony and violet with black fruits, notably blackberry, blackcurrant and blueberry. When aerated, the notes of black pepper, rosemary and delicate spices become more intense.
Palate: Elegant and structured, with refined tannins and a silky mouthfeel. The black fruits and spicy nuances stretch into a fresh and long-lasting finish, with a beautiful overall finesse.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its aromatic depth and refined structure make it an excellent companion for flavorful, well-prepared cuisine:
Roast lamb carré with thyme and rosemary
Spiced duck breast
Hare or wild boar stew
Duck with olives
Steak au poivre
Characterful aged cheeses
Our suggestion: Roast lamb served with a reduced jus and thyme flowers. The wine's notes of rosemary and spices complement the aromas of the dish, while its tannins delicately accompany the meat.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: 16 to 17°C.
Preparation: Allow approximately 30 minutes for aeration before tasting to let the aromas develop.
Tasting: Enjoy to fully appreciate its black fruit aromas, spicy notes and refined tannins.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
In the heart of Pic Saint-Loup, Domaine Clavel cultivates its vines using organic farming, with particular attention paid to soil health and biodiversity.
The Bonne Pioche cuvée comes from hand-harvested grapes that are carefully selected. After full destemming, the grape varieties are vinified separately in concrete tanks, with four to five weeks of maceration and gentle extraction.
14 months of aging in old foudres and ovoid concrete tanks adds depth and complexity while preserving the expression of the terroir and the finesse of the fruit.
Path of the Garennes
15,90 euros
🍷 Chemin des Garennes 2019 – Château Capion
An intense and distinctive Terrasses du Larzac, with a long, spicy finish
Château Capion's Chemin des Garennes reveals the full personality of the great red wines of Terrasses du Larzac. Its Syrah-dominant blend combines the richness of Grenache with the structure of Mourvèdre and the finesse of Cinsault. On the nose, ripe black fruits and garrigue aromas open up to a spicy palette in which pepper plays a special role. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and voluptuous, supported by structured tannins and a beautiful persistence. The finish reveals notes of wild strawberry and sour cherry that add a fruity touch to this characterful red.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Chemin des Garennes
Appellation: AOP Terrasses du Larzac
Producer: Château Capion
Vintage: 2019
Wine region: Languedoc – Terrasses du Larzac
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre, 10% Cinsault
Alcohol content: 15% ABV
Certification: Organic farming
Terroir: Clay-limestone soils
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Deep, brilliant ruby red with purple highlights.
Nose: An expressive bouquet of ripe black fruits, accompanied by notes of garrigue, black pepper and subtle woody nuances.
Palate: Full-bodied and voluptuous, it reveals concentrated fruit and well-integrated tannins. Spices and black fruits extend the tasting experience into a persistent finish with accents of wild strawberry and sour cherry.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its structure and aromatic richness allow it to accompany generous dishes and characterful cuisine:
Herb-roasted rack of lamb
Grilled ribeye steak
Spiced duck breast
Beef daube
Game in sauce
Aged cheeses
Our suggestion: Herb-roasted rack of lamb accompanied by seasonal vegetables and rosemary jus. The richness of the dish matches the wine's full-bodied character, while its spicy notes extend the flavors of the meat.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: 11 to 14°C, according to the estate's recommendations.
Preparation: Aerating the wine for about 30 minutes before serving allows its aromas to express themselves and softens its structure.
Tasting: Savor it to appreciate its aromatic depth, spicy notes and long finish.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Located in Aniane, in the heart of Terrasses du Larzac, Château Capion works its plots while taking into account the diversity of their clay-limestone soils.
The four grape varieties are vinified separately in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks after cold skin maceration. Temperatures are controlled between 18 and 20°C to support aromatic extraction.
Twelve months of aging combines stainless steel tanks and oak barrels, allowing the wine's body and complexity to develop while preserving its Mediterranean identity.
Galapia
13,50 euros
🍷 Galapia – Domaine Mouressipe
Mourvèdre reimagined: a natural red with notes of garrigue and spices
Galapia is a distinctive cuvée from Domaine Mouressipe, showcasing Mourvèdre blended with Cinsault. Under the guidance of Alain Allier, this creation offers a unique expression of Mediterranean grape varieties, far from conventional reds. Black fruits and ripe cherries combine with notes of pepper, fig and garrigue, with a luscious touch of plum and chocolate. A natural wine with a bold personality that will appeal to lovers of artisanal cuvées and viticultural discoveries.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Galapia
Appellation: Vin de France
Producer: Domaine Mouressipe
Winemaker associated with the cuvée: Alain Allier
Vintage: 2021
Wine region: Gard – Vaunage
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: Mourvèdre and Cinsault
Alcohol content: 12.8% ABV (to be confirmed on the back label)
Viticulture: Organic farming
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Bright red with garnet highlights.
Nose: A bouquet marked by black fruits, cherries and spices, accompanied by notes of garrigue.
Palate: A generous and fruity expression, where cherry, fig and plum meet nuances of pepper and chocolate. The texture combines suppleness and presence, for a tasting full of character.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its southern character and spicy nuances allow it to pair with flavorful cuisine:
Spiced lamb meatballs
Grilled pork belly
Tomato-braised eggplant
Duck with figs
Artisanal charcuterie
Aged cheeses
Our suggestion: Lamb meatballs with herbs and spices, accompanied by braised eggplant. The aromas of the dish echo the Mediterranean notes of the wine.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: 14 to 16°C.
Preparation: Opening the bottle about fifteen minutes before serving allows the wine to express itself gradually.
Tasting: Savor it to discover its fruity character, spicy nuances and natural expression.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Based in Saint-Côme-et-Maruéjols, in the Vaunage region of Gard, Domaine Mouressipe cultivates its vines on slopes bordered by garrigue, mainly composed of clay-limestone soils and blue marl.
The estate favors organic farming, manual harvesting and soil-friendly practices.
In the cellar, Alain Allier has developed a natural approach based on spontaneous fermentation and limited intervention. Each cuvée is treated in a way suited to the vintage and the balance of the grapes, in order to preserve the expression of the fruit and terroir.
Start
22,50 euros
🍷 Inizia – Clos Signadore
Vin de France: Three Corsican Grape Varieties United in a Unique Red Wine
Looking for something different from a classic red? Inizia offers an original expression of Corsican grape varieties through a co-fermentation of Minustellu, Aleaticu, and Vermentinu. This organic wine features aromas of red fruit and spices, with a smooth, fresh palate that invites you to discover the unique character of the island's vineyards.
🔍 Key Features:
Estate: Clos Signadore
Winemaker: Christophe Ferrandis
Appellation: Vin de France
Origin: Haute-Corse
Grape Varieties: Minustellu, Aleaticu, and Vermentinu
Certification: Organic farming – Ecocert
Vinification: Co-fermentation with indigenous yeasts
Aging: Stainless steel tanks on fine lees
Harvesting: Hand-harvested in small crates
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
👁️ Wine Characteristics:
Vintage: 2022
Appearance: Bright, luminous ruby red.
Nose: Aromas of red fruit, enhanced by spicy notes and delicate floral nuances.
Palate: Smooth and generous, with subtle tannins. The fruit is fully expressed and supported by pleasant freshness.
Finish: Fresh and persistent, with a beautiful fruit expression.
🍽️ Food Pairings:
Inizia naturally pairs with convivial Mediterranean-inspired cuisine:
Corsican charcuterie: coppa, lonzu, and prisuttu.
Grilled dishes: pork or poultry skewers with herbs.
Mediterranean cuisine: grilled vegetables and dishes with aromatic herbs.
White meats: roast chicken or grilled pork.
Our suggestion: a platter of Corsican charcuterie and a few sheep's milk cheeses to prolong the island spirit of this cuvée.
🕰️ Tasting and Storage Tips:
Serving temperature: 14 to 16°C.
Aeration: open approximately 15 minutes before serving.
Aging potential: up to 5 years according to the provided guidelines.
Storage: in a cool place, away from light.
🌿 Terroir and Vinification:
At Clos Signadore, Christophe Ferrandis showcases indigenous Corsican grape varieties. Inizia comes from the Borgo Castellarese plot, planted on limestone soils in Haute-Corse.
The Minustellu, Aleaticu, and Vermentinu grapes are hand-harvested and then co-fermented with indigenous yeasts. Aging on fine lees in stainless steel tanks preserves the freshness and aromatic expression of this organic cuvée.
Serral
18,00 euros
🍷 Serral 2021 – Domaine Madeloc
A Collioure shaped by schist, aged for 15 months to reveal its full finesse
On the steep slopes of the Côte Vermeille, between Banyuls-sur-Mer and Port-Vendres, Serral expresses the full uniqueness of schist soils. Produced by Domaine Madeloc, this cuvée combines Grenache noir, Mourvèdre and Syrah in a blend with Mediterranean accents. Ripe red fruits, strawberry and sweet spices create a luscious bouquet, prolonged by a supple palate with silky tannins. Each plot is vinified separately before 15 months of barrel aging, which brings depth and harmony. A Collioure with character, to be discovered for the finesse of its texture and its authentic expression of the Côte Vermeille.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Serral
Appellation: AOP Collioure
Producer: Domaine Madeloc – Pierre Gaillard Family
Vintage: 2021
Wine region: Roussillon – Côte Vermeille
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: Grenache noir, Mourvèdre and Syrah
Alcohol content: 13.5% ABV
Terroir: Schist
Vine age: Approximately 25 years
Harvest: Hand-harvested
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Intense red with ruby highlights.
Nose: Aromas of ripe red fruits and strawberry are accompanied by notes of licorice and sweet spices.
Palate: Luscious and balanced, revealing a full-bodied texture and supple, silky tannins. Ripe fruit extends the tasting experience to a lingering finish with spicy and slightly saline nuances.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its velvety texture and spicy accents make it an ideal companion for generous, flavorful cuisine:
Flank steak with shallots
Grilled ribeye steak
Herbed lamb chops
Artisanal charcuterie
Couscous with meat
Boles de picoulat, a Catalan specialty
Our suggestion: Flank steak with shallots accompanied by roasted potatoes. The richness of the meat and the creaminess of the sauce complement the wine's full-bodied character, while its spicy notes extend the pairing.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: 16 to 17°C.
Preparation: Open the bottle in advance to allow the wine to gradually develop its aromas.
Tasting: Enjoy to appreciate its balance of ripe fruit, sweet spices and silky tannins.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
On the heights of Banyuls-sur-Mer and Port-Vendres, Domaine Madeloc cultivates its vines on schist slopes that are sometimes very steep, making mechanical work difficult.
The plots, situated at altitudes between 35 and 160 meters, benefit from Mediterranean exposure and proximity to the sea. The grapes are hand-harvested at full ripeness, with sorting where necessary. Each plot is vinified separately after full destemming, cold pre-fermentation maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation.
Hot post-fermentation maceration helps extract silky tannins. The final blend takes place after 15 months of barrel aging to preserve the identity of the terroir and the cuvée's luscious character.
Pick of the Oule
18,50 euros
🍷 Pioch de l'Oule – Mas Costeplane
Two gold medals for a Languedoc wine made from the estate's finest plots
Pioch de l'Oule is Mas Costeplane's selection cuvée, made from the finest rows of Syrah and Grenache. This meticulous work in the vineyard gives rise to a red wine with a distinctive personality, awarded two gold medals in 2024. Its bouquet combines candied cherries and black fruits with nuances of chocolate and peppermint. On the palate, its luscious texture is supported by fine tannins and a beautiful length, extended by a fresh finish. A wine of character that bears witness to the expertise of an estate committed to biodynamics.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Pioch de l'Oule
Appellation: AOP Languedoc
Producer: Mas Costeplane
Vintage: 2019
Wine region: Languedoc – Cannes-et-Clairan
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: Syrah and Grenache
Alcohol content: 14% ABV
Certification: Demeter biodynamic agriculture
Awards: Gold medal at the 2024 Prix Plaisir Bettane+Desseauve and gold medal at Elle à Table 2024
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Deep red with ruby highlights.
Nose: An expressive bouquet of candied cherries and black fruits, accompanied by notes of chocolate and peppermint.
Palate: Luscious and flavorful, it reveals a full-bodied texture supported by fine tannins. The fruit retains its presence right up to a long, fresh finish.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its luscious texture and spicy nuances pair well with generous cuisine:
Duck breast with cherries
Grilled rib of beef
Herb-roasted lamb
Spiced beef tagine
Mediterranean-style stuffed eggplant
Aged cheeses
Our suggestion: Duck breast with a cherry sauce. The fruit in the dish echoes the cherry notes in the wine, while its structure perfectly complements the richness of the meat.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: Around 19°C according to the estate's technical sheet.
Preparation: Open the wine before serving to allow it to express itself gradually.
Tasting: Enjoy its luscious texture, fine tannins, and long, fresh finish.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
In Cannes-et-Clairan, in the northern Languedoc appellation, Mas Costeplane benefits from an isolated clay-limestone plateau, situated between Mediterranean influences and the Cévennes mountains.
The estate practices biodynamics and has been Demeter certified since 2011. For Pioch de l'Oule, the finest rows of Syrah and Grenache are selected and then vinified separately.
After fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months, with approximately 20% in French oak barrels and the rest in stainless steel tanks. This approach builds the cuvée's depth while preserving its fruity expression.
Emilien's Cellar
27,50 euros
🍷 E… Majuscule – Le Chai d'Émilien
A great Languedoc Syrah, with notes of garrigue, blackcurrant and menthol
E… Majuscule is Le Chai d'Émilien's flagship cuvée, crafted from a selection of Syrah from specific vineyard plots. Its character reveals itself in a deep aromatic palette where blackcurrant and blackberry meet violet, mocha and fresh notes of menthol. A long period of barrel aging supports this expression and gradually refines the wine's structure. On the palate, the fine tannins provide structure without masking the elegance of the fruit. The finish, marked by aromatic herbs and freshness, is the hallmark of a distinctive red wine that precisely expresses the identity of the Languedoc.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: E… Majuscule
Appellation: AOP Languedoc
Producer: Le Chai d'Émilien
Vintage: 2017
Wine region: Languedoc – Sussargues
Country: France
Color: Red
Grape varieties: Predominantly Syrah (95%), blended with Mourvèdre
Alcohol content: 14.5% ABV
Vinification: Mechanical harvesting, destemming, crushing and fermentation with alternating punch-downs and pump-overs
Aging: 18 to 24 months in oak barrels
Distinction: 1 star in the 2021 Guide Hachette des Vins
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Dark and dense, with deep garnet highlights.
Nose: A complex bouquet combining blackcurrant, blackberry and violet, accompanied by notes of garrigue, mint and mocha.
Palate: Full-bodied and structured, with fine, silky tannins. Ripe fruit and aromatic herb nuances extend into a fresh, long finish.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its structure and aromatic nuances pair well with generous cuisine and dishes with bold flavors:
Roast lamb leg with rosemary
Grilled ribeye steak
Roast duck with pears
Spiced lamb tagine
Slow-cooked beef with herbs
Dark chocolate fondant
Our suggestion: Roast lamb leg with rosemary. The wine's notes of garrigue and aromatic herbs complement those of the herbs, while its tannins balance the richness of the meat.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: Around 18°C.
Preparation: Decanting is highly recommended to allow the wine to open up and reveal its full aromatic range.
Tasting: Enjoy for its complex aromas, fine tannins and menthol finish.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Located in Sussargues, northeast of Montpellier, Le Chai d'Émilien is a family estate that cultivates Languedoc grape varieties on plots surrounded by garrigue and planted on rounded pebbles.
E… Majuscule is crafted from a selection of Syrah from specific vineyard plots, mechanically harvested to minimize the time between harvest and pressing. After destemming and crushing, vinification begins with a three-to-four-day cold pre-fermentation maceration, followed by controlled extraction through punch-downs and pump-overs.
A final hot maceration helps soften the tannins. The 18-to-24-month aging in oak barrels then allows the wine to develop greater harmony and complexity.
Cigalus Gérard Bertrand
28,00 euros
🍷 Cigalus Rouge – Gérard Bertrand
Seven grape varieties united in a distinctive Languedoc signature
With Cigalus Rouge, Gérard Bertrand explores an original alliance between Bordeaux grape varieties and Mediterranean varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, in particular, contribute to the personality of this cuvée, crafted around a rigorous selection of grapes. From a vineyard managed using biodynamic methods, it benefits from particularly careful ageing, with new barrels selected according to the characteristics of the vintage. An ambitious creation that illustrates the estate's desire to push the boundaries of traditional Languedoc blends.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Name: Cigalus Rouge
Appellation: IGP Pays d'Oc
Producer: Gérard Bertrand – Domaine de Cigalus
Vintage: 2018
Wine region: Languedoc – Aude
Country: France
Colour: Red
Grape varieties: Blend of Bordeaux and Mediterranean grape varieties
Alcohol content: 14.5% ABV.
Viticulture: Biodynamic farming – Demeter certification
👁️ Wine profile:
Appearance: Intense ruby with mahogany highlights.
Nose: A concentrated bouquet of ripe black fruits, notably blackberry, black cherry and plum, accompanied by grilled spices and notes of toasted oak.
Palate: Full and generous, revealing an opulent texture supported by velvety tannins. The black fruits are extended with grilled nuances and a touch of menthol, leading to a long and persistent finish.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its aromatic richness and structure make it an excellent partner for generous cuisine:
Roast beef rib
Herb-crusted rack of lamb
Duck breast with mushrooms
Sauced guinea fowl
Roast game
Comté or aged Cantal cheese
Our suggestion: A roasted rack of lamb accompanied by a reduced herb jus. The richness of the meat matches the wine's texture, while the grilled and spicy notes extend the flavours of the dish.
🕰️ Consumption and service:
Serving temperature: Around 16°C.
Preparation: Open one to two hours before the meal to enhance the expression of its aromas.
Tasting: Enjoy after appropriate aeration to fully appreciate its aromas of ripe fruit, grilled notes and velvety texture.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Located near Bizanet in the Aude, Domaine de Cigalus benefits from a warm and sunny Mediterranean climate. Its deep soils, notably composed of sediments deposited by the Aussou stream and slightly calcareous sandstone subsoil, support the ripening of the grapes.
The plots are regularly monitored and the grapes are sorted if necessary. After alcoholic fermentation, the wines are aged in new 225-litre barrels, with a selection of coopers and toasting levels adapted to the vintage.
The blend is then followed by at least one year of ageing in the bottle before being released.
Gérard Bertrand began converting part of the vineyard to biodynamic methods in 2002, with particular attention paid to yield control and berry ripeness.
Batailley Castle
69,00 euros
🍷 Château Batailley – Pauillac
Fifth 1855 Grand Cru Classé: a refined Pauillac driven by Cabernet Sauvignon
Some bottles are destined for more than just a meal: they offer a journey to a great Bordeaux terroir. A Fifth Grand Cru Classé of Pauillac, the Château Batailley 2017 embodies the elegance of the Left Bank with its Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blend. Blackcurrant, black fruit and spicy notes define a deep wine with a firm structure and a lingering finish.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Appellation: AOC Pauillac
Classification: Fifth 1855 Grand Cru Classé
Producer: Château Batailley – Castéja Family
Wine region: Bordeaux – Médoc
Country: France
Grape varieties: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot
Terroir: Deep gravel
Aging: 18 months in barriques, including 55% new oak
Alcohol content: 13.5% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
Style: Elegant, structured and complex red
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Vintage: 2017
Color: Deep garnet with purple highlights.
Nose: A complex bouquet of blackcurrant, blackberry and black plum, accompanied by notes of cedar, mint, violet and sweet spices.
Palate: A supple start, followed by a full-bodied and balanced texture. Black fruit combines with polished and structured tannins, with a mineral and menthol touch.
Finish: Lingering and elegant, marked by fruit, spices and a lovely freshness.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
A Pauillac of this stature deserves cuisine worthy of its character:
Beef: Grilled ribeye, beef rib or beef fillet in a crust.
Lamb: Herb-roasted rack of lamb.
Game: Venison fillet and game birds.
Characterful dishes: Meats in Bordelaise sauce and mushroom preparations.
🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:
Serving temperature: 16 to 18 °C.
Preparation: Open the bottle in advance and allow it to breathe gradually. Decanting for about an hour may be considered, adjusting according to the wine's evolution.
Aging potential: An indicative drinking window up to 2038, depending on storage conditions and the bottle's evolution.
Storage: Store on its side, away from light and temperature fluctuations, ideally in a cool and stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
In Pauillac, deep gravel is one of the emblematic elements of the Médoc terroir. Cabernet Sauvignon finds favorable conditions here for its expression, bringing structure and aging potential. A historic property of the Castéja family, Château Batailley perpetuates a renowned expertise, with 18 months of aging in barriques that supports the construction and complexity of its wines.
🏅 A Grand Cru Classé of Pauillac:
The 1855 classification distinguishes Château Batailley among the Fifth Grands Crus Classés of Médoc. This historic recognition, combined with the identity of the Pauillac terroir and the predominance of Cabernet Sauvignon, places this bottle in the world of great Bordeaux wines.
The 2017 vintage now offers a great opportunity to discover this classic expression of Pauillac, after several years of evolution in the bottle.
Church Estate Castle
65,00 euros
🍷 Château du Domaine de l'Église 2018 – Pomerol
AOC Pomerol: a great Bordeaux Merlot with a velvety texture
Pomerol embodies one of the most sought-after expressions of Bordeaux's great wines. Dominated by Merlot, the Château du Domaine de l'Église 2018 reveals a generous body, silky tannins, and a deep aromatic palette of black fruits, mocha, and spices. A great wine from the right bank, destined for fine tables and lovers of distinctive Bordeaux.
🔍 Key characteristics:
Appellation: AOC Pomerol
Producer: Château du Domaine de l'Église.
Wine region: Bordeaux – Right bank, Libournais.
Country: France
Grape varieties: 95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc.
Terroir: Gravel, sand, and clay
Aging: 16 to 18 months in barriques.
Alcohol content: 14.5% ABV.
Volume: 75 cl
Style: Full-bodied, concentrated, and velvety red.
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Vintage: 2018
Appearance: Dark and deep red, with garnet highlights.
Nose: An intense bouquet of ripe black fruits, notably blackberry and plum, accompanied by notes of mocha, espresso, and licorice.
Palate: Generous and concentrated, revealing a dense and velvety body. Silky, supple tannins complement the black fruit aromas in a harmonious whole.
Finish: Long and elegant, marked by ripe fruit and delicate spicy nuances.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its aromatic richness and velvety texture call for generous and refined cuisine:
Beef: Roasted beef fillet and rib of beef.
Lamb: Herb-crusted rack of lamb.
Game: Venison fillet and mushroom dishes.
Slow-cooked dishes: Braised beef and meat dishes in sauce.
🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:
Serving temperature: 16 to 18 °C.
Preparation: Allow approximately one hour of aeration in a decanter, then adjust according to the wine's evolution.
Aging potential: Enjoy now or keep until 2042, under good storage conditions.
Storage: Store on its side, away from light and temperature fluctuations, ideally in a cool, stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Located near the historic center of Pomerol, Domaine de l'Église is one of the appellation's oldest estates, with origins dating back to the late 16th century according to the estate's information. Its 7-hectare vineyard rests on a variety of soils combining gravel, sand, and clay. Merlot holds a dominant position here, producing wines where richness of fruit and velvety texture are the main hallmarks.
🏛️ Historic Pomerol estate:
Domaine de l'Église has a history closely linked to that of Pomerol. Its location near the village church testifies to its long-standing roots in the appellation.
This historic identity, combined with the dominance of Merlot and the richness of the 2018 vintage, makes this bottle a fine opportunity to discover the style of Bordeaux's great right-bank wines.
Pagodas of Kos
64,50 euros
🍷 Pagodes de Cos – Saint-Estèphe
Château Cos d'Estournel's second wine: the elegance of a great Médoc terroir
Coming from the world of Château Cos d'Estournel, Second Grand Cru Classé of 1855, Pagodes de Cos embodies another expression of the great Saint-Estèphe terroir. This cuvée combines the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon with the roundness of Merlot, in a silky and expressive palate, marked by black fruits, spices, and a beautiful freshness.
🔍 Main characteristics:
Appellation: AOC Saint-Estèphe
Producer: Château Cos d'Estournel
Wine region: Bordeaux – Médoc
Country: France
Château classification: Second Grand Cru Classé of 1855
Cuvée status: Second wine of Château Cos d'Estournel
Grape varieties: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Terroir: Gravel and clay
Alcohol content: 13% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
Style: Elegant, structured, and velvety red
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Vintage: 2017
Color: Deep garnet with purple highlights.
Nose: An expressive bouquet of blackcurrant and blackberry, accompanied by notes of violet, sweet spices, cocoa, and coffee.
Palate: Silky and balanced, it combines a generous texture with soft tannins. The black fruits are accompanied by a beautiful freshness that brings energy to the whole.
Finish: Long and refined, with a fruity and spicy persistence.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its structure and aromatic expression pair particularly well with dishes of character:
Beef: Roasted beef fillet and grilled ribeye.
Lamb: Herb-crusted rack of lamb.
Game: Venison fillet and game birds.
Slow-cooked dishes: Beef in sauce and traditional daube.
🕰️ Tasting and storage tips:
Serving temperature: 15 to 16 °C.
Preparation: Allow about one hour of aeration in a decanter, then adjust according to the wine's evolution.
Aging potential: Enjoy now or keep until 2035.
Storage: Lay flat, away from light and temperature fluctuations, ideally in a cool and stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
The vineyard of Château Cos d'Estournel is part of the gravel and clay landscape of Saint-Estèphe. The selection of plots and the winemaking process allow Pagodes de Cos to have its own identity, while maintaining the estate's standards and expertise. Its blend, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, expresses the sought-after balance between structure, fruit, and elegance.
🏛️ In the world of Château Cos d'Estournel
Pagodes de Cos is the second wine of Château Cos d'Estournel, an emblematic estate of Saint-Estèphe and Second Grand Cru Classé of 1855. It allows you to discover another expression of this historic estate's expertise, through a cuvée that prioritizes balance, finesse, and the pleasure of tasting.
Marquis d'Alesme Castle
62,00 euros
🍷 Château Marquis d’Alesme
AOC Margaux: the character of a great Bordeaux revealed by time
Great Bordeaux wines are not defined solely by their appellation: their evolution in the bottle is also part of the pleasure. Château Marquis d’Alesme reveals an aromatic palette where ripe fruit meets notes of cocoa, violet, and roasted nuances. Its firm structure maintains a beautiful presence on the palate, while its tannins evolve toward greater suppleness. A bottle for Margaux lovers who appreciate wines that have already developed their complexity.
🔍 Key characteristics
Appellation: AOC Margaux
Classification: 3rd Grand Cru Classé of 1855
Producer: Château Marquis d’Alesme – Perrodo Family
Vintage: 2014
Region: Bordeaux – Médoc
Blend: 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot
Terroir: Silico-gravelly, silico-marl and clay-limestone soils
Vineyard area: 15 hectares
Alcohol content: 13.5% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
Aging: 60% in new oak barrels and 40% in one-year-old oak barrels, with three months of aging on the fine lees.
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Appearance: Deep red with ruby and garnet reflections.
Nose: Cherry, black fruits and ripe fruits, accompanied by vanilla, roasted and cocoa notes.
Palate: Full-bodied and structured, with firm tannins that gradually become more supple. The wine retains its depth and beautiful fruit expression.
Finish: Persistent, with fruity and spicy nuances.
Distinction: 2 stars and a Favorite of the 2018 Guide Hachette des Vins.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its evolved profile and structure pair particularly well with flavorful meats:
Beef: Grilled ribeye or roasted fillet.
Lamb: Herb-crusted rack of lamb.
Game: Roasted venison or civet.
Cheeses: Aged Comté and characterful tommes.
Our suggestion: a roasted rack of lamb with sautéed porcini mushrooms, echoing the wine's evolved nuances.
🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:
Serving temperature: 16 to 18°C.
Preparation: Open in advance and taste before deciding whether to decant. Gradual aeration helps preserve the aromas developed over time.
Aging potential: Ideally drink between 2024 and 2036.
Storage: Away from light and temperature fluctuations, ideally in a cool, stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
Since 1616, Château Marquis d’Alesme has shaped its identity in the heart of Margaux. Its 15-hectare vineyard rests on a mosaic of silico-gravelly, silico-marl and clay-limestone soils, with vines averaging around 40 years old.
The Perrodo family favors a plot-by-plot approach, paying close attention to the characteristics of each soil. This diversity allows the expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and the other grape varieties to be worked separately before blending. Meticulous work that contributes to the personality of this Médoc estate.
Château Phélan Ségur
59,00 euros
🍷 Château Phélan-Ségur
AOC Saint-Estèphe: a Bordeaux with supple tannins and aromas of ripe fruit
In Saint-Estèphe, Château Phélan-Ségur expresses a particularly attractive facet of the Médoc. Ripe red fruits meet notes of chocolatey oak, while candied nuances gradually enrich the tasting experience. Its already supple tannic structure provides roundness without obscuring the wine's structure. A bottle awarded a Coup de Cœur by the Guide Hachette, best enjoyed with hearty cuisine.
🔍 Key characteristics
Appellation: AOC Saint-Estèphe
Producer: Château Phélan-Ségur
Wine region: Bordeaux – Médoc
Vintage: 2014
Country: France
Dominant grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (64 %)
Terroir: Clay-gravel soils resting on a limestone subsoil
Alcohol content: 13.5% ABV
Volume: 75 cl
Aging: In French oak barrels, with a significant proportion of new oak.
👁️ Wine characteristics:
Color: Intense red with garnet highlights.
Nose: Ripe red fruits accompanied by woody and chocolatey notes.
Palate: Full-bodied and harmonious, with candied nuances and enveloped tannins that provide a supple and generous texture.
Finish: Lingering, supported by fruit and the nuances brought out by aging.
Distinction: 2 stars and Coup de Cœur from the 2018 Guide Hachette des Vins.
🍽️ Food and wine pairings:
Its Médoc character and supple tannins pair particularly well with:
Red meats: Ribeye steak and roasted beef fillet.
Duck: Duck confit parmentier.
Game: Pheasant casserole and hare stew.
Slow-cooked dishes: Braised beef cheek and traditional daube.
Our suggestion: duck confit parmentier, a particularly well-suited pairing for the wine's richness and candied nuances.
🕰️ Tasting and storage advice:
Serving temperature: 17 to 18°C.
Preparation: Open about an hour before serving. Decanting may be considered after tasting.
Aging potential: Enjoy now, with an indicative drinking window extending to 2030.
Storage: Away from light and temperature fluctuations, ideally in a cool, stable cellar.
🌿 Terroir and expertise:
The Château Phélan-Ségur vineyard covers 70 hectares of clay-gravel soils on a limestone subsoil in the heart of Saint-Estèphe. This combination of soils contributes to the structure and personality of the estate's wines.
Founded in the 19th century by the Irishman Bernard Phélan, the estate has developed renowned expertise in plot selection and working with Bordeaux grape varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon plays a major role in the vineyard's identity, providing the structure that supports the wine's evolution in the bottle.