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organic tasting no. 1
Bons Ju
Details
Producer: Domaine de La Graveirette
Region: Cotes du Rhone, France
Grapes: Rousanne, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc
Tasting Notes
Perfumed and elegant with a heavy hand of floral aromas. The palate is quince, peach, lemon curd and a touch of sweet chiffon. The finish is fruity and waxy with torched pineapple and persimmon pastry.
Pairing Recommendations
Creamed spinach, broccoli cheddar soup, radishes with butter
Interesting Fact
Half of the grapes are handpicked and the other half mechanically from 50 year old vines. All grapes are then hand sorted with double selection before being pressed. After finishing his studies at Beaune in Burgundy, Julien Mus, the
winemaker, returned to the Vaucluse and in 2005, after years of
working in the cooperative, started Domaine de la Graveirette on
his own, with quality being his goal. In 2012 he began working
organically and soon after biodynamically, with the 2015 vintage certified by Demeter.
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organic tasting no. 2
Chateau du Donjon Minervois Blanc
Details
Producer: Chateau du Donjon
Region: Languedoc, France
Grapes: Rousanne, Vermentino
Tasting Notes
Light green in color with a richness to the nose. Notes of grapefruit, carmalized passion fruit, a touch of vanilla and some Pear Williams' as well. The fruits translate to the palate with a freshness that's balanced by minerality and fruitiness.
Pairing Recommendations
Truffle toast, beurre blanc, as an aperitif
Interesting Fact
Located between the sea and the Thau Lagoon, Château du Donjon is located about 10 kilometres north-east of Carcassonne in the heart of Bagnoles. It was once the property of the monks of the abbey of Caunes-Minervois and was used as an outpost. It takes its name from the ancient castle at Bagnoles. The estate has been in the PANIS-MIALHE family since the 15th century and still has its picturesque 13th century donjon.
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organic tasting no. 3
Cuvée Ombre Fraiche
Details
Producer: Domaine d'Escausses
Region: Gaillac, France
Grapes: Sauvignon, Muscadelle, Loin de l’œil
Tasting Notes
Green guava and sour apple candy aromas open this tart, light and zippy refresher with tons of white peach flavors and a creamy yet crisp finish. A blend of local grapes Muscadelle, Loin de l’œil and Sauvignon. The wine is a perfect organic refresher.
Pairing Recommendation
Seafood boil, fresh strawberries, grilled fish
Interesting Fact
Jean Marc and his Daughter Aurélie produce all of the wines. Jean Marc focuses on the reds and whites while Aurélie's passion lies in her rosé project, Château L'Enclos des Roses.
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organic tasting no. 4
Fredignac Cuvee La Favorite
Details
Producer: Chateau Fredignac
Region: Bordeaux, France
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes
A fruity, juicy wine with swathes of black currant and berry flavors.The wines depth and complexity from the ancient vines shows itself in the length of the finish and the smoky, spicy characteristics. The youthful touch shows itself in that the fruits are fresh and pronounced, and not stewed or overripe like some Bordeauxs. This is the wine to drink to convince a friend that Bordeaux can be approachable, or maybe the bottle to finally sway you!
Pairing Recommendations
Steak frites, buffalo burgers, dark meat turkey, green bean casserole
Interesting Fact
A young winemaking couple took over the centuries old vineyards and winery, and the wines are showing a balance of vine age and winemaker age. La Favorite, named after the ship a Brittany sailor docked near Bordeaux and never left.
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organic tasting no. 5
Saint-Nicolas de Bourgeuil
Details
Producer: Domaine Lorieux
Region: Bourgeuil/Loire, France
Grapes: 100% Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes
A trendy, fruity cabernet franc meant to be served with a chill! Bright tart red fruits like berry flavored candy shine with little sparkles of herbs and spice.
Pairing Recommendations
Charcuterie, crunchy salads, rotisseree chicken
Interesting Fact
Cabernet Franc is sometimes referred to as Breton here. Also, there are TONS of castles in Saint-Nicolas. According to local legend, Cabernet Franc (Breton) was brought to Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil after it was first planted at the nearby Abbey of Bourgueil. Even today the Abbey still has plantings of the grape in its garden.
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organic tasting no. 6
Riva Nebbiolo
Details
Producer: Pierre Paolo Grasso
Region: Piedmont, Italy
Grapes: Nebbiolo
Tasting Notes
Very lively ruby red color that fades with aging. It is thick and dry with fruity and spicy notes of raspberry and cinnamon. Wonderfully balanced acidity. It ages well becoming soft and velvety.
Pairing Recommendation
Aged cheeses, robust sauces over pasta, house baked foccaccia
Interesting Fact
Given the limited use of sulphites, absence of additives of animal origin, and concern for the environment, evident in both the vineyards and the use of lightweight glass packaging, Azienda Vitivinicola Pier strives to ensure a wine and an environment that is healthier for all.