Adrien Berlioz farms 8ha of vines over 17 parcels in the AOP Chignin-Bergeron, Savoie. The Domaine has been certified organic since 2012 and biodynamic since 2020. Situated in the foothills of the Alps, the slopes are incredibly steep, the majority with a gradient of 50%. Adrien grows native varietals such as Mondeuse, Jacquère, Altesse and Roussanne, as well as some rarer varieties like Persan. All of the parcels are cultivated using the most natural means possible, with no herbicides, chemical fertilisers or other synthetic products in either the vineyards or the cellars. Adrien's style is fresh, elegant and easy going wines with a focus on mineral structure.

Hand-harvested Roussanne grapes from the steep southwest-facing vineyard ‘Les Chateaux’ in Chignin. Organically farmed, densely planted young vines on silty limestone soils. Carefully sorted whole clusters, delicately pressed and fermented in the tank without additions. Natural malolactic fermentation, 6-8 months aging in old barrels, minimal sulfur use.

Tasting Notes : Lifted and linear, with aromas of apricots, honeysuckle and hay.

Food Pairing : Excellent alongside a Roast chicken !

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The Geeky Stuff :

• Grapes : Roussanne
• Viticulture : Organic
• Harvesting : Manual
• Yeast : Wild