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Friday, October 20, 2017

Natural and Organic Wines of France



New Natural and Organic Wines from all over France

Meet the importers John-Paul and Julie Fortney

Tonight from 4-6pm at Forsyth
Taste these seven wines tonight!

  • 2014 Domaine Milan Le Grand Blanc Provence….$28.99
  • 2011 Domaine Milan Le Vallon Rouge Provence….$21.99
  • 2007 Domaine Milan Clos Rouge Provence…$37.99
  • 2016 La Vrille et Le Papillon Tour Cousins Ardeche….$12.99
  • 2016 Selene Beaujolais Villages….$18.99
  • 2015 Come Isambert Chenin Blanc Saumur Blanc…$17.99
  • 2015 L'Ami Bourgogne Blanc….$24.99









Domaine Milan:   The wines of Henri Milan are among the favorites in the organic, and natural wine community in France (especially popular amongst the organic winemakers themselves) and we consider ourselves very fortunate to obtain his wines.

2014 Domaine Milan Le Grand Blanc Provence….$28.99
Le Grand Blanc is such a complex wine that one rarely tastes it the same way twice! We would recommend pouring this wine into a carafe before serving to allow it to express its full potential. Grenache Blanc, Rolle, Roussanne, Chardonnay, and Muscat Petit Grains 
2011 Domaine Milan Le Vallon Rouge Provence….$21.99
"Le Vallon" can be drunk now or one could lay it down in the cellar for a few years. Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Mourvèdre 
2007 Domaine Milan Clos Rouge Provence…$37.99
2007 was a beautiful year in Provence that bestowed upon this wine an exceptional richness, and maintains balanced freshness, tannins, and finesse. 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah



2016 La Vrille et Le Papillon Tour Cousins Ardeche….$12.99
Organic and natural wines of Ardèche
La Vrille et Le Papillon:  Ardèche is one of France's lesser-known regions, situated west of the Rhône River and north of Provence. Some exciting winemakers are working here, and Meryl and Geraldine Croizier of "La Vrille et le Papillon" can certainly be counted among them.  This 100 % Syrah is lighter and more versatile than most Syrahs found abroad, and can be paired with lighter fare (charcuterie) or with a meal featuring red meat.  A great wine to share with friends outside by the barbecue!
2014 La Vrille et Le Papillon La Tribu Ardeche….$14.99
Organic and natural wines of Ardèche
Ardèche is one of France's lesser-known regions, situated west of the Rhône River and north of Provence. Some exciting winemakers are working here, and Méryl and Géraldine Croizier of "La Vrille et le Papillon" can certainly be counted among them. This 100 % Grenache is very easy to drink and well balanced. This wine can be drunk on its own with friends or goes well with lighter grilled meat such as pork and poultry.



"Small yield, organic farming. yeast, no sulphites, the farms are made without sulfur either.The aim is to obtain wines that are more digestible, light and live, all to respect my environment, as well as the consumer.With this approach, I feel more artisan of the wine than farmer. " -- Sylvere Trichard, Selene Beaujolais
2016 Selene Leon Vin de France Rouge….$19.99
The wines made by Sylvère embody the reason why Beaujolais has become one of the most exciting wine regions in France! This wine is coming from Sylvère's oldest vines, which possess a limestone, clay, and granite terroir. The wine takes on Pinot Noir like characteristics, reminiscent of their Burgundian neighbors to the north.. The oak is very subtle. This wine is best suited for a meal rather than an apéritif or just having on its own. Can be drunk now or held for a few years. 100% Gamay.
2016 Selene Beaujolais Villages….$18.99
The wines made by Sylvère embody the reason why Beaujolais has become one of the most exciting wine regions in France! This is a wine that can be drunk immediately, but could also be kept in the wine cellar for a year or two. With its smooth character and easy drinkability, this is the perfect wine to share with friends. Due to a vein of granite that passes underneath this plot of vines, there is mineral finish to this vine that gives it a character that is more reminiscent of the grand cru wines of Beaujolais.100% Gamay.



Grower Champagne

Franck Pascal Reliance Champagne NV….$49.99
Réliance NV Brut Nature: Isabelle and Franck Pascal are so adamant about the quality of their biodynamically grown grapes, that they will sell all of the grapes that border other vineyards that may have been treated with pesticides so that it does not contaminate their wines! They found that Biodynamic farming allowed their wine to truly express the character of their terroir. The wines of Franck Pascal are among the more sought after "Grower Champagnes" and we are happy to be able to offer some of his Champagne for you! 70% Pinot Meunier, 25% Pinot Noir, 5% Chardonnay
2010 Franck Pascal Harmonie Champagne Blanc de Noirs….$75.99
Harmonie 2010 Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut: Isabelle and Franck Pascal are so adamant about the quality of their biodynamically grown grapes, that they will sell all of the grapes that border other vineyards that may have been treated with pesticides so that it does not contaminate their wines! This 2010 Vintage Grower Champagne is a "Blanc de Noirs", which is a blend consisting of only Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The two grapes are harvested at separate times for this wine to ensure that each grape is picked at the optimal moment. Save this wine for a special occasion!




2015 Come Isambert Chenin Blanc Saumur Blanc…$17.99
Certified organic by Bureau Veritas (FR-BIO-10)
Côme Isambert: Côme's Chenin Blanc presents a beautiful balance of acidity, freshness, and with a nose of lemon, tropical fruits, peaches, and reine claude plums. A fun wine to pair with a meal as it can work with fish and lighter meats such as chicken and pork. Only 1800 bottles were made in 2015!



2015 L'Ami Bourgogne Blanc….$24.99

2015 L'Ami Saint Romain Vieilles Vignes Blanc….$32.99

2015 L'Ami Pommard Vieilles Vignes…$48.99
2015 L'Ami Volnay….$45.99

Willy and Paul are fast becoming two of the most exciting winemakers in Burgundy! Both are natives of Roussillon. Willy worked previously at Domaine de Montille in Puligny-Montrachet and was the head winemaker at Clos de Moulin aux Moines in Auxey-Durresses, while Paul worked previously at Oronce de Beler in Vosne-Romanée and also at Domaine Hauvette in Saint Rémy de Provence. They are négociants who only work with organic producers in their region. There are no additives used in the winemaking process, nothing artificial, and in some cases, no sulfites added during the winemaking process. 

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