Vineyard Management: Certified organic (1974)
Bio: Elena is the third generation to farm her family's vineyard at the base of extinct volcano
they were able to secure a small plot of Syrah at the Northernmost tip of Ardèche where the Syrah for this bottling is grown
They also work with other growers in the region to purchase grapes for their second label
Tradition tempered with the ability to adapt with innovation has allowed this bodega not only to survive for well over 100 years
2021 Timothée Delalle 'Cabernets', Cabernet Franc + Cabernet Sauvignon | Indre-et-Loire, Loire Valley, France Palomino Vineyard Management: Certified organic (1974)Varietal(s): 90% Cabernet Franc 10% Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard Management: Converting to organic Winemaking: Spontaneous fermentation, no additions save sulfur at bottling (if needed) Vegan: Yes Typicity: Atypical, for the blend but otherwise drinks clean. Bio: Timothe Delalle is relatively new on the radar, and practically unheard of here in the states, but he's been practicing his craft in Geneva and under the guidance of Jacky Blot of Montlouis