{"title":"France","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"famille-de-boel-france-les-voraces-rouge-2019-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Les Voraces' Rouge 2019 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Les Voraces’\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a pure expression of Syrah from the northern Rhone in the Collines Rhodaniennes IGP, where only stainless steel is used for fermentation, and a short aging to give as much varietal characteristic as possible.  This young vineyard is hand-harvested when the fruit has reached a perfect balance between pH and sugar development, and brought in for a natural fermentation. The De Boel family uses a gentle vertical press after fermentation and malolactic usually happens around February. By March or April the wine is bottled and sent to market to show its purest form, with notes of peppery spice, blackberry, boysenberry, and a touch of cured meat.  On the palate the wine is fresh, but has deep complexity, showing dark berry fruit, spice, licorice, and great minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFamille De Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_les_voraces_19_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045114994961,"sku":"HG0086","price":19.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DBF_Voraces_b41def5b-917e-47aa-9195-f35702a7bf1a.jpg?v=1744045467"},{"product_id":"la-grange-de-loncle-charles-kaefferkopf-2017-750ml","title":"La Grange De L'Oncle Charles Kaefferkopf 2017 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nose is on yeast and lemon, granny apple and hot apple. My wife asks if it's a new wine. Hum, atmosphere, some would say it smells like natural wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndeed, in the mouth, it's natural! The wine is light, a little lemony, and frankly on raw cider. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's quite lively, refreshing on my right, thirst-quenching on my left.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrape royalty \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Muscat, Pinot Noir… On bottles of wine from Alsace, it’s the grape varieties that top the bill. Which makes sense, given that they also bear the appellations of the region and that blends aren’t part of the local culture. Does this mean then that the characters of wines from this part of France are defined by its grape varieties alone? That the terroir is irrelevant? Merely a perfectly neutral, silent substrate? Of course not, that would be a very simplistic view! Especially since it would dismissing another important point: Alsace is a great vineyard of terroirs and a vineyard of great terroirs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e51 Grands crus \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alsace wine-making region has a rather “Chilean” profile, being 120 km (75 miles) from north to south and just a few kilometers from east to west. It is distinguished not only by the charming villages that line its Wine Route, but by its lively and complex geology. So much so that over time, generations of winemakers have identified and ranked some particularly remarkable terroirs. Some are classified as lieux-dits (named plots), and the most exceptional have been elevated to Grand cru status. \u003cbr\u003eThere are exactly 51 of them, all with distinct profiles. Some fifteen geological families have been identified, including granite, clay, sandstone, schist, and limestone. Generally located at an altitude of between 200 and 400 meters (between 656 and 1312 feet), the Grands crus, often quite steep, benefit from distinguishing soils as well as exposures and micro-climates that promote slow, consistent grape maturation, which is the reason for the very finely expressed aromas of the wines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat diversity \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason for identifying different areas in this way becomes obvious as soon you taste wines of the same grape variety from two different terroirs. Riesling, for example, is easily recognizable on tasting, but also has a reputation for being a fine indicator of terroir. There’s a world of difference between the bold generosity of a Riesling from the Kaefferkopf Grand cru and the calm intensity, characterized by cleanness and salinity, of the same grape from the very volcanic Rangen Grand cru. More than in some other wine regions, the vineyards of many Alsatian estates are quite parceled up. Which can be quite constraining day to day, especially during the harvest, but is a real boon when it comes to the diversity of wines they can offer. So as you can imagine, great connoisseurs of Alsace wines don’t stop with “I like Riesling” or “I don’t like Gewurztraminer”… When they talk about their preferences, they describe the details of each terroir with relish. Why not do the same? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sanitized-data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sanitized-data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn past lives Jerôme François was both a carpenter and sommelier. Since 2014 he's been making wine in his uncle Charles' barn (hence the name) near the village of Ostheim, Alsace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"0\" data-sanitized-data-hasqtip=\"0\"\u003epalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the wine is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"1\" data-sanitized-data-hasqtip=\"1\"\u003ecreamy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"2\" data-sanitized-data-hasqtip=\"2\"\u003eelegant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, intense and quite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"3\" data-sanitized-data-hasqtip=\"3\" aria-describedby=\"qtip-3\" data-sanitized-aria-describedby=\"qtip-3\"\u003epowerful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, well structured and with fine tannins. This is an impressive wine with considerable length and complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Grange De L'Oncle Charles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045135409425,"sku":"HG0154","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/LaGrangeDeLOncleCharlesKaefferkopfGrandCru_2017_3.png?v=1684725225"},{"product_id":"la-grange-de-loncle-charles-sittweg-cru-2018-750ml","title":"La Grange De L'Oncle Charles Sittweg Cru 2018 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRiesling \u0026amp; Pinot Gris from 30 year old vines planted on granite soils. Grapes hand-harvested, fermented with wild yeasts, and a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eged on lees for 12 months in barrique. Unfined, unfiltered.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn past lives Jerôme François was both a carpenter and sommelier. Since 2014 he's been making wine in his uncle Charles' barn (hence the name) near the village of Ostheim, Alsace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"0\"\u003epalate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the wine is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"1\"\u003ecreamy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"2\"\u003eelegant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, intense and quite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"xwhighlight\" data-hasqtip=\"3\" aria-describedby=\"qtip-3\"\u003epowerful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, well structured and with fine tannins. This is an impressive wine with considerable length and complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Grange De L'Oncle Charles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045135507729,"sku":"HG0157","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/LaGrangeDeL_OncleCharlesSittweg.jpg?v=1684725832"},{"product_id":"milan-le-jardin-rouge-2017-750-ml","title":"Milan 'Le Jardin\" Rouge 2017 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil type: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eClay-limestone on blue marl subsoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes: Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard:  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 ares planted in 2007 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat 4000 vines\/ha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edestemmed by hand with vatting for 7 days with daily pumping over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThere are grape varieties that only accept one climate, one region, this is not the case with Merlot which expresses itself magnificently at Domaine Milan.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLe Jardin is a wine that combines finness and concentration.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe nose releases aromas of black fruits and truffle which are found in the mouth.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe tannins are smooth and silky and the finish elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eNestled at the foothills of Les Alpilles the story of Domaine Milan started in 1955. In 1986, Henri Milan took over with the ambition of making the best possible wine with respect to the environment. The Domain includes 10 ha planted with Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, Roussanne, Rolle, Muscat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eIn the mid 90’s his encounter with Claude Bourguignon (famous microbiologist) and Claude Courtois (Domaine Les Cailloux du Paradis) helped and convinced him to further enhance the identity of his great terroir and ameliorate his winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eSince 2000, Henri has made wine based on their origins blue marl on limestone and yellow sandstone. The reds such Le Papillon or Le CLOS have gained in elegance and freshness thanks to shorter macerations with whole clusters and natural vinification. The famous cuvee Grand Blanc, his blend of all his white grapes, shows more tension and salinity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSince 2014, Théo, Henri's son, and his wife Nathalie have joined the estate and brings a new lease of life, crafting elegant wines, using no chemicals, no additives, no commercial yeasts and, in some cases, no added sulphur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Domaine Milan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045146812689,"sku":"HG0426","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Screenshot2023-05-29at12.23.03PM.png?v=1747090297"},{"product_id":"milan-le-premier-pinot-noir-2020-750-ml","title":"Milan 'Le Premier' Pinot Noir 2020 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Premier Milan Pinot Noir, natural wine, 100% Pinot Noir, only the third vintage of this rare Pinot from Provence. Milan has always been the Burgundy of Provence and so it was only a matter of time before they planted and started to produce wine from this grape. Le Premier Milan is a wine from immense complexity, subtlety and class, drink as if drinking fine Cotes de Nuit. The 2020 was a fine vintage and will reward ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eNestled at the foothills of Les Alpilles the story of Domaine Milan started in 1955. In 1986, Henri Milan took over with the ambition of making the best possible wine with respect to the environment. The Domain includes 10 ha planted with Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, Roussanne, Rolle, Muscat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eIn the mid 90’s his encounter with Claude Bourguignon (famous microbiologist) and Claude Courtois (Domaine Les Cailloux du Paradis) helped and convinced him to further enhance the identity of his great terroir and ameliorate his winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eSince 2000, Henri has made wine based on their origins blue marl on limestone and yellow sandstone. The reds such Le Papillon or Le CLOS have gained in elegance and freshness thanks to shorter macerations with whole clusters and natural vinification. The famous cuvee Grand Blanc, his blend of all his white grapes, shows more tension and salinity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSince 2014, Théo, Henri's son, and his wife Nathalie have joined the estate and brings a new lease of life, crafting elegant wines, using no chemicals, no additives, no commercial yeasts and, in some cases, no added sulphur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Milan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045146943761,"sku":"HG0427","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Milan_LePremier_PinotNoir2020.png?v=1684803385"},{"product_id":"milan-le-c-l-o-s-vin-de-france-2019-750-ml","title":"Milan Le C.L.O.S. 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The Domain includes 10 ha planted with Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, Roussanne, Rolle, Muscat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eIn the mid 90’s his encounter with Claude Bourguignon (famous microbiologist) and Claude Courtois (Domaine Les Cailloux du Paradis) helped and convinced him to further enhance the identity of his great terroir and ameliorate his winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eSince 2000, Henri has made wine based on their origins blue marl on limestone and yellow sandstone. The reds such Le Papillon or Le CLOS have gained in elegance and freshness thanks to shorter macerations with whole clusters and natural vinification. The famous cuvee Grand Blanc, his blend of all his white grapes, shows more tension and salinity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSince 2014, Théo, Henri's son, and his wife Nathalie have joined the estate and brings a new lease of life, crafting elegant wines, using no chemicals, no additives, no commercial yeasts and, in some cases, no added sulphur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Milan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045147107601,"sku":"HG0433","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/MilanLeC.L.O.S.VIndeFrance2019.jpg?v=1684803910"},{"product_id":"sebastien-besson-lagrume-maceration-blanc-2020-750ml","title":"Sebastien Besson L'Agrume Maceration Blanc 2020 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Chardonnay, skin contact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e Sébastien Besson ‘L’Agrume’ Maceration\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a stunning and unique example of Chardonnay from Beaujolais country. Labeled Vin de France because the region doesn’t yet allow for this style of wine, the 20-year-old Chardonnay vines grow on a small plot of clay and limestone not far from the winery. Having spent 18 days on the skins during natural fermentation, the grapes were then gently pressed and returned to the stainless steel until complete (about 25 days total). Moved to both 225L and 500L used barrels, the wine was aged for 6 months before being bottled with only a touch of sulfites and without filtration. Agrume means ‘citrus’ to tip a hat to the natural citrus and bright characters of the grape, but this wine layers in so much extra depth and complexity than just citrus. With remarkable aromatics of earthy fruit, and a full texture in the mouth that lasts forever, this skin-fermented Chard is no joke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThere is a very exciting renaissance that has been happening in the Beaujolais region of France, and at its core is a new generation of winemakers that have learned everything they know from their progenitors. To pair with that unparalleled guidance, there is a youthful energy and worldly view that is taking the wines and the region to yet again new heights. Sébastien Besson is now the fourth generation of the family to take the helm at Domaine du Penlois, which originated in the 1920's by his great-grandfather Benoît, situated on the small hill called Lancié (nestled in between Morgon, Fleuri, and Moulin-à-Vent). Sébastien's father, Maxence, took over in 1977 and accrued more and more Cru vineyards in the region, giving the Domaine 30 hectares in total. While making sustainably farmed Domaine wines with his father, Sébastien began an eponymous project in 2016. He converted small granite-rich plots on the property to strict organic farming, spanning not only portions of their Village Appellation sites, but parcels of three Crus as well (a total of 7 hectares). With natural fermentations and aging in concrete vats, and a small sulfur addition before bottling, the wines of Sébasten Besson are pure, driven, and remarkable expressions of top Beaujolais. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/besson_lagrume_orange_20_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sebastien Besson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45360095953169,"sku":"HG0604","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/besson-2020-lagrume-maceration-blanc-bea.png?v=1731377120"},{"product_id":"jean-pascal-aubron-contact-skin-contact-muscadet-2022-750-ml","title":"Jean Aubron Contact! Skin-Contact Muscadet (Melon Blanc) 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJean-Pascal's first foray into the world of orange wines is a crisp, mineral-driven wine. His old-vine Melon Blanc sees 14 days on the skins, is native yeast fermented, unfined and lightly filtered, with no SO2 added. The result is a refreshing, lightly ambered colored liquid that offers smoky, earthy orange zest and peach notes, backed by wet stones and a long, mouthwatering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Jean Aubron, a domaine that resides outside of Nantes, near the Atlantic Coast, Jean-Pascal Aubron–a fourth generation vigneron–strives to make bone-dry Muscadet and other wines. And though the Muscadet-Sevre et Maine appellation allows for all Muscadet Sur Lie wines to contain 3 grams of residual sugar, and for all others to contain 5 grams, Jean-Pascal first and foremost pushes his fermentations to the end, to yield wines with zero residual sugar that are dry and crisp with high acidity, and suitable for aging. Coming from a family that has worked to maintain and grow its presence in Loire, Jean-Pascal’s great grandfather worked as a vigneron in 1875, when the family’s holdings were at 11ha. Since 1983, Pascal has brought the domaine's holdings up to 84 ha., including 35 ha. of the acclaimed Clos de l'Audigere, which sits on gabbro soil, a form of ancient volcanic rock that allows the vines to dig deep, picking up nutritional components along the way. By purchasing only smaller vineyards that are directly connected to his current vineyards, Pascal could keep the fruit as close to the winery as possible, to maintain its freshness, by avoiding sun contact and bruising, and to keep the grapes cool so that the wine is at its clearest after its been racked from its lees. To maintain this practice, no vineyard is located more than 15km from the winery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2000, Pascal began employing sustainable practices in the vineyard, practicing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003elutte raisonnée\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand avoiding chemical usage. Then two years later, Pascal began letting cover-crop grass grow between his rows to help fight mildew, which is a persistent issue, due to their proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Currently, Pascal is experimenting with organic farming, by working with a 5ha parcel, from the 35ha of Grand Fief de l'Audigere. Started three years ago, it's a project that's still in its infancy because two years ago, there was a mildew problem, created by the vineyard’s proximity to the Atlantic, and so Pascal chose to treat and save the crop, rather than lose his 5ha of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe starts the fermentation in stainless steel, then transfers the wines to glass-lined underground tanks to let them sit on their lees until he feels they’re ready, creating Muscadets that are aromatically expressive, with striking acidity, minerality and salinity but also with stunning purity of fruit.  Overall, he lightly fines and filters his still bottlings to maintain the essence of his terroir, and barely sulfurs at bottling, just enough to keep the wine stable.  There is no fining, filtering or sulfuring of the pet'nat and skin-contact cuvees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe is avowedly non-interventionist, working hard to maintain the health of his soils.  And even though he is decidedly traditional, he is not afraid to try new things.  So he jumped at the chance to try (and succeed at) making a pet'nat Muscadet as well as a skin-contact Muscadet.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean-Pascal Aubron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45856425541905,"sku":"HG0658","price":15.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Jean-Pascal-Aubron-Contact.png?v=1698090435"},{"product_id":"jean-pascal-aubron-les-bulles-petnat-nv-750-ml","title":"Jean Aubron Les Bulles Pet'Nat NV (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003eLoire Valley, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Melon de Bourgogne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis year-round-appropriate bubbly goodness is full of tangy, but soft lemon flavors, crips minerality, and a hint of salinity. Produced by 100% Melon de Bourgogne grapes from the Loire Valley offer bright, refreshing acidity. You need not let this PetNat air out too much as the bubbles are not overpowering and instead are a refreshing, fine silkiness. Easily gulpable and pairs well with white fish, a crunchy green salad, or even your next boozy brunch!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Jean Aubron, a domaine that resides outside of Nantes, near the Atlantic Coast, Jean-Pascal Aubron–a fourth generation vigneron–strives to make bone-dry Muscadet and other wines. And though the Muscadet-Sevre et Maine appellation allows for all Muscadet Sur Lie wines to contain 3 grams of residual sugar, and for all others to contain 5 grams, Jean-Pascal first and foremost pushes his fermentations to the end, to yield wines with zero residual sugar that are dry and crisp with high acidity, and suitable for aging. Coming from a family that has worked to maintain and grow its presence in Loire, Jean-Pascal’s great grandfather worked as a vigneron in 1875, when the family’s holdings were at 11ha. Since 1983, Pascal has brought the domaine's holdings up to 84 ha., including 35 ha. of the acclaimed Clos de l'Audigere, which sits on gabbro soil, a form of ancient volcanic rock that allows the vines to dig deep, picking up nutritional components along the way. By purchasing only smaller vineyards that are directly connected to his current vineyards, Pascal could keep the fruit as close to the winery as possible, to maintain its freshness, by avoiding sun contact and bruising, and to keep the grapes cool so that the wine is at its clearest after its been racked from its lees. To maintain this practice, no vineyard is located more than 15km from the winery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2000, Pascal began employing sustainable practices in the vineyard, practicing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003elutte raisonnée\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand avoiding chemical usage. Then two years later, Pascal began letting cover-crop grass grow between his rows to help fight mildew, which is a persistent issue, due to their proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Currently, Pascal is experimenting with organic farming, by working with a 5ha parcel, from the 35ha of Grand Fief de l'Audigere. Started three years ago, it's a project that's still in its infancy because two years ago, there was a mildew problem, created by the vineyard’s proximity to the Atlantic, and so Pascal chose to treat and save the crop, rather than lose his 5ha of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe starts the fermentation in stainless steel, then transfers the wines to glass-lined underground tanks to let them sit on their lees until he feels they’re ready, creating Muscadets that are aromatically expressive, with striking acidity, minerality and salinity but also with stunning purity of fruit.  Overall, he lightly fines and filters his still bottlings to maintain the essence of his terroir, and barely sulfurs at bottling, just enough to keep the wine stable.  There is no fining, filtering or sulfuring of the pet'nat and skin-contact cuvees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is avowedly non-interventionist, working hard to maintain the health of his soils.  And even though he is decidedly traditional, he is not afraid to try new things.  So he jumped at the chance to try (and succeed at) making a pet'nat Muscadet as well as a skin-contact Muscadet.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Frederic_Sornin_Beaujolais_Lantignie_Nature_Blanc_les_Monthieux_2019.pdf?v=1686848789\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean-Pascal Aubron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46033002299665,"sku":"HG0142","price":17.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-4.png?v=1694454248"},{"product_id":"domaine-ansen-cremant-dalsace-blanc-de-noir-750-ml","title":"Domaine Ansen Cremant d'Alsace Blanc de Noir 2020 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Domaine Ansen Cremant d’Alsace Struch Brut\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e is a Blanc de Noir of Pinot Noir from a small plot of vines planted on a southward facing hill called Struch. The weather in 2016 required a lot of attention in the vineyards, but by the time harvest came, the weather spiked and allowed for some very healthy grapes. The fruit was pressed from whole bunches into stainless steel tanks and a very neutral yeast was used to aid in fermentation in order to keep the temperatures very low and the aromatics and phenolics of the wine present. On April 8th, 2017, the wine was bottled and then after 30 months of rest, was disgorged and given a dosage from its own grape’s residual sugar of 6 g\/l. The clay and limestone soils are difficult on this hill, and force the vine roots to go very deep for nutrients, therefore showing great elegance and length in the final wine. Creamy and delicious Pinot fruit is expressed immediately on the palate with a touch of cherry liqueur and vanilla, while leading to a crunchy stony mid-palate of graceful minerality.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the northern most hills of the Alsace AOC of eastern France, Domaine Ansen has been a family of grape growers, fruit orchard farmers, cattle raisers, and all things in between, for over 400 years. In the mid-nineties, Daniel Ansen set out to learn the trade of winemaking, spending time not only in Alsace, but also Australia, the United States, and Bordeaux, where he went to enology school. In 2010 he moved back into the old family house with his wife Karine and took over the fields from his father, looking forward to converting everything to organic viticulture, and starting to make wine from their own grapes that had always gone to a local cooperative. Slowly expanding in Alsace's divers land, Daniel farms 8.5 hectares, in 40 plots (some are as small as 2 rows of vines), to 8 varieties, on 3 different soil types (black clay, limestone, and sandstone). Careful hand harvesting, the use of stainless steel for natural fermentations and aging, and very little (to zero) sulfite use in the finished wines, he lets each grape express their natural characteristics to the fullest, be it laser acidity, sweet ripe fruit, or a combination of both.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/ansen_cremant_struch_brut_nv_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Ansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46893724762385,"sku":"HG0690","price":26.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-2.png?v=1694451137"},{"product_id":"domaine-ansen-alsace-pinot-noir-2022-750-ml","title":"Domaine Ansen Alsace Pinot Noir 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Domaine Ansen VdF Pinot Noir\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecomes from a small plot of vines that Daniel’s father planted in 1981 (5500 vines per hectare), grown on marl soils.  After the grapes were hand harvested, 40% was left in whole cluster, and 60% were destemmed, and then fermentation began spontaneously in stainless steel tanks. After a gentle pressing the wine rested for several more months before it was bottled, having never seen sulfites, nor being filtered. This light and fresh Pinot Noir is low in alcohol yet full of lively character and nuance. The nose is packed with dark berries, as well as spice and underbrush. Clean and crisp fruit and earth on the palate makes for delightfully easy drinking, and has a refreshing side full of bright and long acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ansen family’s earliest recording of grape growing was in 1603, when Lauren Ansen wrote about his wedding, and how he had a vineyard planted in the fields for wine (13 generations ago)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the northern most hills of the Alsace AOC of eastern France, Domaine Ansen has been a family of grape growers, fruit orchard farmers, cattle raisers, and all things in between for over 400 years. In the mid-nineties, Daniel Ansen set out to learn the trade of winemaking, spending time not only in Alsace, but also Australia, the United States, and Bordeaux, where he went to enology school. In 2010 he moved back into the old family house with his wife Karine and took over the fields from his father, looking forward to converting everything to organic viticulture, and starting to make wine from their grapes that had always gone to a local cooperative. Slowly expanding in Alsace’s diverse land, Daniel farms 8.5 hectares, in 40 plots (some are as small as 2 rows of vines), to 8 grape varieties, on 3 different soil types (black clay, limestone, and sandstone). Careful hand harvesting, the use of stainless steel for natural fermentations and aging, and very little (to zero) sulfite use in the finished wines, he lets each grape express their natural characteristics to the fullest, be it laser acidity, sweet ripe fruit, or a combination of both. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Nature is different every single year, so I don’t want (or expect) to make the same wines every year.\"\u003cbr\u003e– Daniel Ansen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/ansen_vdf_pinot_noir_22_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Domaine Ansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47383990239505,"sku":"HG0777","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/ANSEN-PINOT-NOIR_0597a446-97c7-4cb9-9ae1-0fcb339d6028.png?v=1697129468"},{"product_id":"sebastien-besson-morgon-2019-750-ml","title":"Sebastien Besson Morgon 2019 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cem style=\"color: #2a2a2a; font-size: medium; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003e Morgon \u003c\/em\u003ecomes from the granite soils on the northern side of the Cru, are all estate bush vines, and hand-harvested when the balance in the fruit is perfect. The grapes are kept cold for an evening before being placed, as whole clusters, into both stainless steel tanks and cement vats, in order to retain some of the phenolic character and aromatics that the 35-year-old vines give. Natural fermentation begins and only 1 to 2 pump-overs are performed daily for 17 days, until a gentle pressing off the skins and the wine is returned to its vessel and ages for 7 months in concrete before bottling. The resulting wine is vibrant and alive, with juicy mountain fruit, black velvet roses, thorny bramble, and a captivatingly wild and fresh floral nuance. In the mouth this Gamay is packed with acidity to play with the ripe raspberries, the best cherries in the bowl, stony earth, juice dripping strawberries, and purple flower buds; the tannins are soft and the finish goes forever.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #2a2a2a;\" color=\"#2a2a2a\"\u003eThere is a very exciting renaissance that has been happening in the Beaujolais region of France, and at its core is a new generation of winemakers that have learned everything they know from their progenitors. To pair with that unparalleled guidance, there is a youthful energy and worldly view that is taking the wines and the region to yet again new heights. Sébastien Besson is now the fourth generation of the family to take the helm at Domaine du Penlois, which originated in the 1920's by his great-grandfather Benoît, situated on the small hill called Lancié (nestled in between Morgon, Fleuri, and Moulin-à-Vent). Sébastien's father, Maxence, took over in 1977 and accrued more and more Cru vineyards in the region, giving the Domaine 30 hectares in total. While making sustainably farmed Domaine wines with his father, Sébastien began an eponymous project in 2016. He converted small granite-rich plots on the property to strict organic farming, spanning not only portions of their Village Appellation sites, but parcels of three Crus as well (a total of 7 hectares). With natural fermentations and aging in concrete vats, and a small sulfur addition before bottling, the wines of Sébasten Besson are pure, driven, and remarkable expressions of top Beaujolais. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/besson_morgon_19_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #2a2a2a;\" color=\"#2a2a2a\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sebastien Besson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47618492662033,"sku":"HG0797","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics_eec43662-f956-42fb-9f23-acdc16768a47.png?v=1702574917"},{"product_id":"luc-lapeyre-le-vin-a-boire-minervois-2022","title":"Luc Lapeyre 'Le Vin à Boire' Minervois 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. A nuanced grape blend with wonderful depth of flavor that belies its low ABV rate of only 12%. Labelled as Luc's Wine to Drink, this is wine made to share and is pure pleasure from beginning to end. Beautifully balanced dark summer fruits with a gentle kick of spice play alongside a fresh yet elegant palate. The finish is satin smooth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCEPAGE: Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is vinified like a white or a rosé, first press juice, only two-three days maceration to retain the best of the fruit and the suppleness of the cépage. Best served chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s an easy, nonchalant and joyful wine with a sole purpose of making one happy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Luc Lapeyre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47732032471313,"sku":"HG0807","price":15.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics_8c258fac-461d-4a88-9316-bfbab69b161e.png?v=1701894927"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-ars-magirica-cornas-rouge-2022-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Ars Magirica' Cornas Rouge 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e‘Ars Magirica’ Cornas\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis only the first vintage of Cornas from de Boel-France and marks the second use of their brand new plot of fruit, a tiny 5-year-old vineyard straight up the hill west of the town of Cornas in Clarencon. As the only region in the northern Rhone that requires 100% Syrah for the finished wine, these young vines planted in granite soils have a bright future ahead, already showcasing gorgeous finesse brushed atop a dense canvas. 7-year-old barrique and demi-muids were filled after natural fermentation in stainless steel, and aged for around 10 months before release. Although youthful, the finished wine has a dark and complex core decorated by wisps of bright lively fruit. Smashed blueberries, graphite, rose, and soft meaty aromas fill the glass, leading to a thick palate of small berries, minerals, fresh acid, and a lengthy finish of fruit, anise, and rocks that begs for food.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamille de Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastci and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_ars_magirica_cornas_22_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47746924118289,"sku":"HG0829","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-5_b5585c8b-aef3-4e8e-9d61-8c06e76debca.png?v=1702579735"},{"product_id":"chateau-des-annibals-aop-rose-suivez-moi-jeune-homme-2022-750-ml-copy","title":"Chateau des Annibals AOP Rosé 'Suivez-moi Jeune Homme' 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlend:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e35% Grenache, 50% Cinsault, 10% Syrah, and 5% Rolle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAging:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e6 months in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaker Nathalie Coquelle’s classic Provence rosé is a coppery salmon color that’s as striking in its depth as its exuberant nose of raspberry, lime, mint, and warm sand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts organic viticulture and pedigree as the oldest winery in the appellation show on the unusually rich palate of strawberries and blueberries, with a crystalline minerality that lends freshness heading into the persistent, red-berried finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA superb and legendary rosé from this entirely solar-powered winery. Certified organic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau des Annibals, founded in 1772, covers over 30 hectares of vines (75 acres) in the heart of the Provence Verte region. Most of the vineyards on their southern side of a valley near the La Loube mountains fall under the Coteaux Varois en Provence AOP. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNathalie Coquelle, owner and winemaker, has dedicated herself to sustainability. Château des Annibals is a certified organic winery powered by 100% renewable solar and wind energy. Nathalie’s commitment to sustainability extends even to their choice to source all dry goods from recycled materials. They also regularly control the oxygen levels in the tanks in order to use as few sulfites as possible during production. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the benchmark for the Appellation Coteaux Varois en Provence, Natalie’s advocacy was recognized by holding the official treaty signing on the grounds of the winery. Not only do they produce one of the best rosés in Provence, they are also the oldest winery, having been built in 1792.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisitors to the winery can even see the old road that once traversed the region, which runs straight through the winery, and remnants of ruins that are thousands of years old on the property. The high-end cuvée\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuivez-moi-jeune-homme\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etranslates to “follow me young man.” This name was inspired by a true-to-life tradition in 17th-century French fashion, in which women would wear hats with two pieces of lace dangling down onto the small of their back. The young men would “follow behind” the women, entranced by the beautiful lace floating behind them as they walked. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Chateau_des_Annibals_Rose_Suivez-moi-jeune-homme_Coteaux_Varois_en_Provence.pdf?v=1698871405\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chateau des Annibals","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":49211085881617,"sku":"HG1018","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-3_cdc51fec-7ed3-40f1-96b0-7f11cdf750fa.png?v=1715882488"},{"product_id":"domaine-ansen-geierstein-riesling-2022-750-ml","title":"Domaine Ansen Geierstein Riesling 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Riesling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eThe 2022 Domaine Ansen Geierstein Riesling comes from a remarkable south-facing hill that is just north of Westhoffen. The earth is so\u003cbr\u003edense with limestone that the ground glows a yellow hue, and the rock strata actually moves in the opposite direction of the slope, thus\u003cbr\u003echanneling any water that comes in to the north, and away from the vines. This extremely dry vineyard has remarkably deep roots and\u003cbr\u003ealways shows a gorgeous minerality and elegance in the finished wine from this special terroir. Once hand-harvested, the whole bunches\u003cbr\u003eare gently pressed and naturally fermented in stainless steel tanks. After a light, single filtration, the wine was bottled in the spring after a 6-month rest, and then laid down for a few years to mature in bottle. The result is nothing short of spectacular, expressive, and gorgeously linear. Bright crisp apples and lemon-lime are folded into pure minerality and lead to a very long finish of clean, mouthwatering acidity. This Riesling will continue to age well for many years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eIn the northern most hills of the Alsace AOC of eastern France, Domaine Ansen has been a family of grape growers, fruit orchard farmers,\u003cbr\u003ecattle raisers, and all things in between for over 400 years. In the mid-nineties, Daniel Ansen set out to learn the trade of winemaking, spending time not only in Alsace, but also Australia, the United States, and Bordeaux, where he went to enology school. In 2010 he moved back into the old family house with his wife Karine and took over the fields from his father, looking forward to converting everything to organic viticulture, and starting to make wine from their grapes that had always gone to a local cooperative. Slowly expanding in\u003cbr\u003eAlsace’s diverse land, Daniel farms 8.5 hectares, in 40 plots (some are as small as 2 rows of vines), to 8 grape varieties, on 3 different soil types (black clay, limestone, and sandstone). Careful hand harvesting, the use of stainless steel for natural fermentations and aging, and very little (to zero) sulfite use in the finished wines, he lets each grape express their natural characteristics to the fullest, be it laser acidity, sweet ripe fruit, or a combination of both.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #000000;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/ansen_geierstein_riesling_22_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Ansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50183869301009,"sku":"HG2000","price":23.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Screenshot2023-07-11at1.27.00PM.png?v=1689100091"},{"product_id":"bois-moze-terre-de-haut-anjou-blanc-2021-750ml","title":"Bois Moze 'Terre de Haut' Anjou Blanc 2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2021 Terre de Haut Anjou Blanc comes from the estate’s 30-year-old Chenin Blanc vines where the soil is full of schist and sandy clay. The grapes are hand-harvested and then destemmed at the cellar, and then head to a soft pressing before entering concrete for fermentation with the ‘house’ pied de cuve. Paying close attention to the temperature is very important to the winery at this point, to ensure healthy activity as well as locking in wonderful aromatics and varietal character. After natural malolactic fermentation, the wine is racked and then remains in concrete for another 6 to 8 months before a light filtration and bottling. A 3-month rest is required to let the wine meld and relax a bit before release, and then once ready to open, the wine truly sings of the grape and the terroir. The nose is full of honeyed apples, pears, quince, wet stones, and wool, leading to an incredible fuller bodied mouth feel, with acidity-led vibrancy, crisp tree fruit, and extraordinary length. Gastronomic as well as gulpable, this Chenin is a lovely representation of Anjou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 1930, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle), the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been ‘effected’ by the estate’s presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_terre_de_haut_21_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_terre_de_haut_21_ts.pdf\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Bois-Mozé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50183878115601,"sku":"HG2001","price":19.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-6_a15ec09c-f038-4de2-b41d-24aee6fae1ee.png?v=1702498668"},{"product_id":"sebastien-besson-beaujolais-blanc-la-criee-2022-750ml","title":"Sebastien Besson Beaujolais Blanc La Criee 2022 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 months in stainless tank\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining \u003c\/strong\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2022 \u003cem\u003eSébastien Besson ‘La Criée’ Beaujolais Blanc\u003c\/em\u003e is a vibrant and exceptional expression of Chardonnay from Beaujolais. On the property there is a small plot of limestone and clay that is dedicated to growing Chardonnay versus Gamay, and each year it creates beautiful depth in the fruit. The fruit is hand-harvested and arrives to the cellar for an immediate pressing into a very cold tank. Natural fermentation begins in stainless steel and lasts for about one month with daily pump-overs. The finished wine rested in tank for about seven months before a small (and first) dose of sulfites, no filtration nor fining, and then bottling. The result is a golden straw white with aromatics of apples, crisp but ripe pears, and stony minerality. In the mouth, there is a lovely texture that remains vibrantly fresh, while still giving weight and depth, loaded with fruit, brine, and earth. Long in the mouth, and built for a gigantic feast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2a2a2a;\" color=\"#2a2a2a\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThere is a very exciting renaissance that has been happening in the Beaujolais region of France, and at its core is a new generation of winemakers that have learned everything they know from their progenitors. To pair with that unparalleled guidance, there is a youthful energy and worldly view that is taking the wines and the region to new heights. Sébastien Besson is now the fourth generation of the family to take the helm at Domaine du Penlois, which originated in the 1920’s by his great-grandfather Benoît, situated on a small hill called Lancié (nestled in between Morgon, Fleurie, and Moulin-à-Vent). Sébastien’s father, Maxence, took over in 1977 and accrued more and more Cru vineyards in the region, giving the Domaine 30 hectares in total. While making the sustainably farmed Domaine wines with his father, Sébastien began an eponymous project in 2016. He converted small granite-rich plots on the property to strict organic farming, spanning not only portions of their Village Appellation sites, but parcels of three Crus as well (a total of 7 hectares). With natural fermentations and aging in concrete vats, and a small sulfur addition before bottling, the wines of Sébastien Besson are pure, driven, and remarkable expressions of top Beaujolais.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/besson_la_criee_beaujolais_blanc_22_ts.pdf\" title=\"Sebastien Besson Beaujolais Blanc La Criee 2022\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sebastien Besson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50183974715665,"sku":"HG2003","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/SebastienBessonBeaujolaisBlancLaCriee2020_562961fb-6f3a-4ebf-993a-1aa3788637ed.png?v=1697129679"},{"product_id":"olivier-cazenave-semillonnage-orange-sparkling-2023-750-ml","title":"Olivier Cazenave 'Semillonnage' Orange Sparkling 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Semillon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBordeaux Atlantique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermentation: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStainless steel Indigenous yeasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: 3 weeks on skins, 2 months in bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Semillonnage Orange Sparkling is a unique expression of 100% Semillon, showcasing the innovation of capturing CO2 during fermentation to create its sparkling character. Originating from 40-year-old vines in mostly clay soil, the wine undergoes natural fermentation in steel tanks with its skins for three full weeks until it is completely dry. While fermenting, Olivier captures all the CO2 emitted and later pumps it back into the wine during bottling, achieving about 4 atmospheres of pressure. This method ensures persistent bubbles and maximizes fruit expression, which Olivier prefers. The result is a vibrant and aromatic wine with a beautiful orange hue. The nose features tangerine, kumquats, and yellow flowers, leading to a delightful and expressive mouthfeel full of vibrant fruits and a spicy finish that dance alongside the bubbles. An exceptional sparkling wine that stands apart in style, both in the mouth and from the way it’s created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/oc_semillonnage_sparkling_23_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Cazenave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50260364755217,"sku":"HG2009","price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/OlivierCazenave_Semillonnage_Orange.png?v=1771971238"},{"product_id":"elicio-grenache-merlot-igp-mediterranee-2023-750-ml","title":"Elicio Rouge GSM, IGP Méditerranée 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e39% Merlot, 39% Syrah, 22% Grenache\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e10 to 20 years old vines aged in concrete tanks for 6 to 8 months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Xavier Logette, this unusual blend surprises with its freshness and versatile, easy drinkability, but is still unmistakably of the warm and lush Southern Rhône. Packed with fresh blackberry and blueberry, prominent brown spices and a floral delicacy round out this deceptively complex wine. A round and very fruit-forward wine to be enjoyed by itself or all your meals, and very well-suited to smoky and spicy foods like BBQ. Serve at 16-18° C or slightly cold (14° C) in the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElicio’s producer, Caravinsérail, is a wine story. The name echoes the caravansary of the desert, a propitious place for travelers to rest, meet, and relax in a congenial atmosphere. In partnership with skilled winemakers, owner Xavier Logette and Didier Robert (manager of the Œnologist Office “ICV” in Beaumes-de-Venise) produce wines of quality and pleasure from grapes of the Southern Rhône and Languedoc. They range from light and easy wines at a very affordable price to more elaborate and complex cuvées for special occasions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jp-bourgeois.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Elicio-Rouge-IGP-Mediterranee.pdf\" title=\"Elicio Rouge, IGP Méditerranée\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elicio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50330332594449,"sku":"HG2029","price":13.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Elicio_Rouge.png?v=1750547542"},{"product_id":"luc-lapeyre-les-pieds-rouge-minervois-2022-750-ml","title":"Luc Lapeyre 'Les Pieds Rouge' Minervois 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e50% Grenache, 50% Cinsault\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blend of Grenache and Cinsault is a great success! This wine has inviting aromas that invade the palate, with strawberry, blackcurrant, red cherry and rose. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis light juicy summery red is made with the juice of the grapes trampled by feet (“Les Pieds Rouges meaning “The red feet”) then fermented in barrels: with a short maceration and fermentation without added sulfur. This red is all about light fresh fruit with refreshing acidity, low tannins \u0026amp; an easy drinking style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLuc Lapeyre’s vineyards are in Minervois but this is one of his freshest brightest cuvee’s unlike the usual Minervois style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Luc Lapeyre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50452455293201,"sku":"HG2038","price":16.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/LucLap.jpg?v=1728595289"},{"product_id":"sebastien-besson-julienas-2020-750-ml","title":"Sebastien Besson Julienas 2020 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e100% Gamay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFermentation: Concrete \u0026amp; Stainless Indigenous yeasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eABV: 14.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2020 Juliénas comes from a small parcel of estate fruit within this esteemed northern Cru. All bush vine Gamay that is hand harvested when the balance between sugar and acidity is perfect, the grapes are brought to the cellar for an evening in a cold room in order to retain some phenolic and aromatic character. Whole cluster fermentation begins naturally after the grapes are placed into both concrete and stainless steel vats for 17 days before a gentle pressing. The wine is then placed back into the same vessels to finish fermentation and rests in concrete for close to six months, and sees a small dose of sulfites before it is bottled. The aromas are explosive with mountain blueberry, ripe red cherry, the crust of a mixed berry pie, clove, orange zest, and fresh cut flowers. In the mouth the fruit hits with brightness, yet has a bit of density behind it to fill the palate from front to back, all to be lifted again in a finish of lively acidity, soft tannin, and lingering red fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThere is a very exciting renaissance that has been happening in the Beaujolais region of France, and at its core is a new generation of winemakers that have learned everything they know from their progenitors. To pair with that unparalleled guidance, there is a youthful energy and worldly view that is taking the wines and the region to new heights. Sébastien Besson is now the fourth generation of the family to take the helm at Domaine du Penlois, which originated in the 1920’s by his great-grandfather Benoît, situated on a small hill called Lancié (nestled in between Morgon, Fleurie, and Moulin-à-Vent). Sébastien’s father, Maxence, took over in 1977 and accrued more and more Cru vineyards in the region, giving the Domaine 30 hectares in total. While making the sustainably farmed Domaine wines with his father, Sébastien began an eponymous project in 2016. He converted small granite-rich plots on the property to strict organic farming, spanning not only portions of their Village Appellation sites, but parcels of three Crus as well (a total of 7 hectares). With natural fermentations and aging in concrete vats, and a small sulfur addition before bottling, the wines of Sébastien Besson are pure, driven, and remarkable expressions of top Beaujolais.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/besson_julienas_20_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#2a2a2a\" style=\"color: #2a2a2a;\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sebastien Besson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50522955448593,"sku":"HG2057","price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/BessonJulienas_73f24d11-c7cb-4b60-af7b-9cf3dd77d4f9.jpg?v=1700061828"},{"product_id":"pinot-chevauchet-reveuse-brut-rose-750ml","title":"Champagne Pinot-Chevauchet 'Rêveuse' Brut Rosé (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e50% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier (direct press), 20% Pinot Noir (skins)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Pinot-Chevauchet ‘Réveuse’ Brut Rosé is an enchanting blend of 50% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, and 20% Pinot Noir. The Chardonnay and Meunier are immediately pressed, avoiding any skin contact to preserve their purity, while the Pinot Noir is vinified as a red wine, imparting a complex depth to both the final fruit in the wine and the texture. They are then blended, and the final bottling is composed of 80% base wine and 20% reserve wine when given the tirage. This captivating Champagne spent 4 years on the lees before receiving a dosage of 7.5 g\/L and a final 6-month rest post-disgorgement. Its delicate pink hue shimmers with soft orange glints, and fine bubbles ascend to reveal a nose of wild red strawberries and river stones. On the palate, this Rosé floats with smooth elegance, its vibrant freshness balanced by bright lemony notes and fresh berries. Both graceful and ethereal, the Réveuse allures you to ‘dream’ through any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNestled amidst the picturesque landscape of Champagne, not far from Epernay, the esteemed estate of Champagne Pinot-Chevauchet stands as a testament to generations of dedication to the craft of winemaking. Independent and true 'Grower Champagne', they have meticulously tended their 27 parceled vineyards across a total of 3.7 hectares in the villages of Moussy and Pierry (Premier Cru) for over four generations, cultivating Chardonnay (45%), Pinot Meunier (50%), and Pinot Noir (5%) grapes with care and expertise. Certified under High Environmental Value (HVE), Didier Chevauchet currently tends to their sustainable viticulture practices as well as the cellar management, showing true commitment to quality from the vineyards to the cellar. With sulfite levels kept well below the Champagne average and minimal intervention in the winemaking process, each and every cuvée encapsulates the essence of the region's terroir and the family's unwavering dedication to producing exceptional wines. The estate bottles 33-35,000 bottles each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/pinot_chevauchet_reveuse_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Pinot-Chevauchet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50696888746257,"sku":"HG2119","price":47.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/pinot-chevauchet-champagne-brut-nature-rose-elegante-800x600.jpg?v=1732147910"},{"product_id":"chateau-de-gaudou-puro-malbec-cahors-2023-750-ml","title":"Chateau de Gaudou 'Puro' Malbec, Cahors 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis ancient, 17th century château located about an hour from the city of Cahors is making some fantastic and well-priced cuvées. Their 37 hectares of vineyards, aged between 30 and 120 years old, are planted on southeast-facing gravel slopes for maximum exposure, with grass between the rows to force the vines to work harder. Grapes are sorted both in the vineyard and at the winery. The end results are very elegant but very “Cahors” wines, with beautiful black fruit balanced by lovely acidity and long length. The Puro Malbec comes from the domaine’s youngest vines: 40+ year old Malbec grown on steep rocky hillsides covered in clay and gravel using environmentally conscious methods. No chemicals are used in the field, grapes are hand-harvested, native yeast fermented in stainless and cement tanks, then bottled unfined and slightly filtered with a drop of SO2 for stability. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a young savory Malbec from vineyards around Cahors, known as Cot du Lot It is soft, packed with black fruits and with layers of spicy acidity and just a tannic touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTheir 37 hectares of vineyards, aged between 30 and 120 years old, are planted on southeast-facing gravel slopes for maximum exposure, with grass between the rows to force the vines to work harder. Grapes are sorted both in the vineyard and at the winery, and indigenous yeasts are encouraged to start the fermentation. The end results are very elegant but very “Cahors” wines, with beautiful black fruit balanced by lovely acidity and long length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau de Gaudou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50934110880017,"sku":"HG2152","price":13.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Puro-Malbec.png?v=1698089099"},{"product_id":"guy-baudin-pouilly-fume-les-charmes-2022-750-ml","title":"Guy Baudin Pouilly Fume 'Les Charmes' 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Les Charmes’ is a wonderful example of classically styled Pouilly-Fumé (meaning: it is much richer in texture than Sauvignon Blanc from other appellations in the region, such as Sancerre). Hand-harvested from 45 year old vines; native yeast ferment in steel tanks; aged in very old oak barrels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guy Baudin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50934177661201,"sku":"HG2155","price":25.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Guy.png?v=1737406853"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-les-voraces-rouge-2023-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Les Voraces' Rouge 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Syrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Stainless steel, Indigenous yeast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABV: 12.2%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Les Voraces’ was a revolutionary group from Lyon in 1846 that would travel from canteens to taverns with the claim to lower the price of wine – everywhere they went loudly showing their love for food \u0026amp; wine!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Les Voraces’\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a pure expression of Syrah from the northern Rhone in the Collines Rhodaniennes IGP, where only stainless steel is used for fermentation, and a short aging to give as much varietal characteristic as possible.  This young vineyard is hand-harvested when the fruit has reached a perfect balance between pH and sugar development, and brought in for a natural fermentation. The De Boel family uses a gentle vertical press after fermentation and malolactic usually happens around February. By March or April the wine is bottled and sent to market to show its purest form, with notes of peppery spice, blackberry, boysenberry, and a touch of cured meat.  On the palate the wine is fresh, but has deep complexity, showing dark berry fruit, spice, licorice, and great minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFamille De Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_les_voraces_23_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51259572289809,"sku":"HG2184","price":23.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DBF_Voraces_a29529da-daea-448f-9920-eb97ba4bc1a4.jpg?v=1744045274"},{"product_id":"florian-mathieu-la-nature-au-dessus-vin-orange-2023-750-ml","title":"Florian Mathieu 'La Nature Au-Dessus' Vin Orange 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e40% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne, 30% Marsanne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis natural wine is made by Florian Mathieu from a selection of older vines growing on limestone on the plateau of Aspiran in the heart of the Languedoc. A pale gold color with a hint of green, on the nose this wine has aromas of apples and pears with touch of orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn the palate, notes of orange blossom with pear and apple notes, and a hint of peach and lychees. Subtle green tea-like tannin structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePair with meat or fish with sauces. The nice acidity balances well with salty notes or fresh cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Florian Mathieu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51292060254481,"sku":"HG2188","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/florian-mathieu-2021-florian-mathieu-la-nature-au_edd56955-cbf2-40c1-b946-ae72cfdfa25d.png?v=1706215260"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-ars-magirica-cornas-rouge-2023-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Ars Magirica' Cornas Rouge 2023 Magnum (1.5 Liter)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Syrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.16%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic Farming Methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023 \u003cem\u003e‘Ars Magirica’ Cornas\u003c\/em\u003e is only the first vintage of Cornas from de Boel-France and marks the second use of their brand new plot of fruit, a tiny 5-year-old vineyard straight up the hill west of the town of Cornas in Clarencon. As the only region in the northern Rhone that requires 100% Syrah for the finished wine, these young vines planted in granite soils have a bright future ahead, already showcasing gorgeous finesse brushed atop a dense canvas. 7-year-old barrique and demi-muids were filled after natural fermentation in stainless steel, and aged for around 10 months before release. Although youthful, the finished wine has a dark and complex core decorated by wisps of bright lively fruit. Smashed blueberries, graphite, rose, and soft meaty aromas fill the glass, leading to a thick palate of small berries, minerals, fresh acid, and a lengthy finish of fruit, anise, and rocks that begs for food. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Ars Magirica’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e (arts of the chef) was the first written cookbook by the 1st century chef to the emperor, Apicius. When he could no longer afford the food to support his cooking passions, he took his own life. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFamille De Boel France\u003c\/em\u003e is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_ars_magirica_cornas_23_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389503963409,"sku":"HG2205","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-5_b5585c8b-aef3-4e8e-9d61-8c06e76debca.png?v=1702579735"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-rue-des-pouiles-saint-joseph-rouge-2023-magnum-1-5-l","title":"De Boel France ‘Rue des Pouiles’ Saint Joseph Rouge 2023 Magnum (1.5 L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Syrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 months in 7 year old Barrique \u0026amp; Demi-Muids\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e Crossflow Filter \/ No fining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.53%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Biodynamic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023\u003cem\u003e ‘Rue de Poulies’ Saint Joseph\u003c\/em\u003e is a stunning example of how complex, deep, and lovely wines from this region can be. Being a mono-varietal Syrah and not a blend, this mix of estate fruit is from both the commune of St. Jean de Muzols (young vines) and Tournon (a vineyard of about fifty years). Each year is harvested by hand when the perfect balance of pH and sugar development is found in the grapes. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel and see regular punch downs for the first week, and then gentle pump overs until complete. Half of the wine remains in tank, and the other half is placed into old French barrique for about a year until it is bottled. The result shows classic black and red fruits on the nose, as well as pork fat and peppercorns, while the palate follows with a deep core of minerality, ripe and fresh fruit, and is lined with spicy acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e‘Rue de Poulies’\u003c\/em\u003e (Pulley Street) no longer exists, but was a road between the Seine and the Louvre in Paris. In 1765 it saw the first ever, French restaurant, leading to a long and important future for the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFamille De Boel France\u003c\/em\u003e is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"De Boel France 'Rue des poulies' Saint Joseph Rouge 2023\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/rue_des_poulies_st_joseph_23_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389509304593,"sku":"HG2206","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DBF_RueDePoulis.jpg?v=1744045225"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-le-gras-cest-la-vie-igp-mediterranee-rouge-2023-magnum-1-5-l","title":"De Boel France 'Le gras c'est la vie!' IGP Méditerranée Rouge 2023 Magnum (1.5 L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e35% Caladoc 55% Grenache 10% Carignan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.45%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Le gras c’est la vie’\u003c\/em\u003e is a showstopper of a wine, with freshness and vivacity, as well as extraordinary value. Coming from a young plot of vines in the southern side of the Rhone Valley, this is a hand-harvested blend of Carignan, Grenache, and Caladoc (a cross between Malbec and Grenache). A delicate touch and a natural fermentation in stainless steel are the key factors that play into this wine’s bright approach, so that even after only a few months time in tank, the finished wine is ready for the bottle and immediate consumption. A bright and brambly nose lead to a palate that is exuberant with red and black fruits, full of spicy texture, and has just the right amount of meaty grip to play well with foods of many kinds or to simply invite the next sip.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA tribute to the pork butchers that have carried on the generations-old tradition of making boudin, terrines, and rillettes to celebrate warmth and joy with the family during the winter - because ‘Fat is Life!’\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFamille De Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389525623057,"sku":"HG2207","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DeBoel-le_gras_cest_la_vie.jpg?v=1684631848"},{"product_id":"le-meilleur-de-nous-revoltees-saint-joseph-blanc-2023-750-ml","title":"Le Meilleur de Nous ‘Révoltées’ Saint-Joseph Blanc 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e50% Marsanne 50% Roussanne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic Farming Methods\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLe Meilleur de Nous\u003c\/em\u003e (The Best of Us) is Nelly France’s personal winemaking project that she makes alongside de Boel France.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2023 ‘Révoltées’ Saint Joseph Blanc\u003c\/em\u003e is a biodynamically farmed expression of Marsanne and Roussane (50\/50), that was brought to the cellar for a gentle pressing and natural fermentation in steel tank. After completion, the wine was moved into a unique sandstone egg, preserving vibrant acidity while softening the palate and enhancing its refined bitterness. This hands-off approach, with only a minimal touch of sulfur, allows the wine’s purity to shine. The nose is elegantly expressive, offering layers of delicate white flowers and ripe stone fruits. On the palate, the entry is broad and textured, coating the mouth with graceful depth. A subtle, noble bitterness emerges toward the finish, lingering alongside fresh saline notes and a bright, mouthwatering lift. Age-worthy and gorgeous, this tiny production Northern Rhone gem is a true treasure for the table.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘A Saint Joseph for that part of us that doesn’t always agree, wants to say it, and sometimes dare to shout it loud.’ – Nelly \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe plant chosen for this cuvee is St. John’s Wort – as a solar plant that brings light and a radiant energy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFamille De Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. Nelly started Le Meilleur de Nous as a personal side project after one too many congratulations for her ‘husband’s wines,’ deciding to make a wine label that shows the empowerment of women in the world of wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/revoltees_st_joseph_blanc_23_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389534306577,"sku":"HG2208","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/NellyRevolt.png?v=1754407944"},{"product_id":"domaine-grand-cremant-du-jura-zero-dosage-nv-750-ml","title":"Domaine Grand Crémant du Jura Zéro Dosage NV (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Pied de Cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLees Aging\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \u003c\/strong\u003eCréme de tartre\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eDomaine Grand Crémant du Jura Dosage Zero\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautifully intricate sparkling Chardonnay, crafted from a single parcel called Les Duboîtes, where 30-year-old vines thrive on Jura’s distinctive clay and limestone soils. A blend of typically three vintages, the base wine consists of 80% reserve cuvée (kept in stainless steel) and 20% from the current harvest, ensuring a depth of character and consistency. Fermentation takes place entirely in stainless steel, preserving freshness and precision. The blended wine then rests on lees for 2 to 2.5 years before disgorgement, allowing for exceptional complexity and texture. True to its name, this Crémant sees no dosage, highlighting its pure expression and mineral-driven structure. With an incredible mouthfeel, this wine is both layered and deeply expressive, showcasing bright citrus, green apple, almond, and delicate brioche notes. The finish is long, precise, and refreshingly crisp, making it a benchmark example of Jura’s ability to produce elegant, terroir-driven sparkling wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspired by Domaine Grand’s wines, (Parisian street artist) Bast created a bold, textured masterpiece for the Domaine - Joachim Werner artfully deconstructed it, weaving its essence into each label to match the energy \u0026amp; spirit behind every wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNestled in the Jura, Domaine Grand is a story of family, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the land. The domaine officially took shape in 1970, when André Grand and his brothers expanded the family vineyards to 25 hectares, fully dedicating themselves to viticulture—building on the foundation laid by their father, René Grand. This set the stage for the next generation to carry the domaine forward. In 2011, Emmanuel Grand (André’s son) and Nathalie Morin took the reins, bringing a new vision to the estate. With deep roots in Jura wine—Emmanuel continuing his family’s legacy and Nathalie coming from a line of winemakers in Arbois—they sought to refine the domaine’s focus. By 2015, they had carefully selected the finest 11 hectares to farm organically, prioritizing sustainability, precision, and the purest expression of their terroir. Their vineyards stretch from Arbois to Château-Chalon, with the majority surrounding their home, featuring vines ranging from 25-50 years old to a remarkable century-old plot. Specializing in Chardonnay, Savagnin (both ouillé and oxidative), Trousseau, and Pinot Noir, Domaine Grand produces around 45,000 bottles annually. With Nathalie leading the work in the vineyards and Emmanuel in the cellar, they handle everything themselves—practicing organic farming, aging in old barrels, and using only minimal sulfites at pressing. Shaped by the Jura’s challenging climate, their wines are pure, expressive, and deeply compelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/domaine_grand_cremant_zero_dosage_nv_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Grand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389567303953,"sku":"HG2209","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Grad-Cremantdosagezero.jpg?v=1744142038"},{"product_id":"domaine-grand-arbois-savagnin-en-guille-bouton-jura-2023-750-ml","title":"Domaine Grand Arbois Savagnin ‘En Guille-Bouton’ Jura 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Savagnin (selection massale)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.75%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrganic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2023 Domaine Grand Arbois Savagnin ‘En Guille Bouton’\u003c\/em\u003e is a deeply personal cuvée, sourced from a plot planted 25 years ago by Nathalie and her family—a vineyard she never imagined she would one day craft into wine with her husband. These massale selection vines thrive in gray marl soils, producing a wine of striking complexity and character. Harvested by hand, the grapes undergo a gentle two-hour press before fermentation begins in stainless steel. About halfway through, the wine is transferred to old 350L barrels to complete fermentation and mature for 12 months. The ouillé (topped-up) aging process preserves freshness while avoiding oxidation. Only a touch of sulfur is used at all (after destemming), with no fining, and a light plate filtration to ensure clarity without compromising texture. This Savagnin is spicy, savory, and deeply mineral, carrying an almost cheesy and herbal flare that lingers on the palate. The texture is layered and profound, with an incredibly long, saline finish that captures the Jura’s terroir-driven essence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspired by Domaine Grand’s wines, (Parisian street artist) Bast created a bold, textured masterpiece for the Domaine - Joachim Werner artfully deconstructed it, weaving its essence into each label to match the energy \u0026amp; spirit behind every wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNestled in the Jura, Domaine Grand is a story of family, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the land. The domaine officially took shape in 1970, when André Grand and his brothers expanded the family vineyards to 25 hectares, fully dedicating themselves to viticulture—building on the foundation laid by their father, René Grand. This set the stage for the next generation to carry the domaine forward. In 2011, Emmanuel Grand (André’s son) and Nathalie Morin took the reins, bringing a new vision to the estate. With deep roots in Jura wine—Emmanuel continuing his family’s legacy and Nathalie coming from a line of winemakers in Arbois—they sought to refine the domaine’s focus. By 2015, they had carefully selected the finest 11 hectares to farm organically, prioritizing sustainability, precision, and the purest expression of their terroir. Their vineyards stretch from Arbois to Château-Chalon, with the majority surrounding their home, featuring vines ranging from 25-50 years old to a remarkable century-old plot. Specializing in Chardonnay, Savagnin (both ouillé and oxidative), Trousseau, and Pinot Noir, Domaine Grand produces around 45,000 bottles annually. With Nathalie leading the work in the vineyards and Emmanuel in the cellar, they handle everything themselves—practicing organic farming, aging in old barrels, and using only minimal sulfites at pressing. Shaped by the Jura’s challenging climate, their wines are pure, expressive, and deeply compelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/domaine_grand_en_guille_bouton_sav_23_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Grand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389571465489,"sku":"HG2211","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Grand-Savagninenguillebouton.jpg?v=1744141960"},{"product_id":"domaine-grand-arbois-trousseau-jura-2023-750-ml","title":"Domaine Grand Arbois Trousseau à la Dame, Jura 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrousseau à la Dame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.56%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrganic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 Domaine Grand Arbois Trousseau comes from 25-year-old vines of Trousseau à la Dame (maybe the best biotype), truly embodying the essence of Arbois terroir. Grown on a complex mosaic of grey marl and iridescent red marl from the Upper Triassic, with influences from a dolomitic bed, the site brings precision and mineral depth to the fruit. Hand-harvested with meticulous berry selection, the grapes are fully destemmed and undergo fermentation in tank, and at total of six-months maceration before pressing, stabilizing the color and intensifying structure. Gentle pump-overs twice daily are routine, and then followed by a year of aging in vat to preserve purity and vibrancy. Unfined, with only a light plate filtration before bottling, this Trousseau expresses silky red fruit, spice, and Jura’s signature earthiness, all wrapped in a framework of finesse and energy. The aromatics are deeply complex, yet full of life with blue fruits and perfectly ripe red cherries, followed by a light, dainty mouthfeel but with so much grip and savory, earthy dark fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspired by Domaine Grand’s wines, (Parisian street artist) Bast created a bold, textured masterpiece for the Domaine - Joachim Werner artfully deconstructed it, weaving its essence into each label to match the energy \u0026amp; spirit behind every wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNestled in the Jura, Domaine Grand is a story of family, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the land. The domaine officially took shape in 1970, when André Grand and his brothers expanded the family vineyards to 25 hectares, fully dedicating themselves to viticulture—building on the foundation laid by their father, René Grand. This set the stage for the next generation to carry the domaine forward. In 2011, Emmanuel Grand (André’s son) and Nathalie Morin took the reins, bringing a new vision to the estate. With deep roots in Jura wine—Emmanuel continuing his family’s legacy and Nathalie coming from a line of winemakers in Arbois—they sought to refine the domaine’s focus. By 2015, they had carefully selected the finest 11 hectares to farm organically, prioritizing sustainability, precision, and the purest expression of their terroir. Their vineyards stretch from Arbois to Château-Chalon, with the majority surrounding their home, featuring vines ranging from 25-50 years old to a remarkable century-old plot. Specializing in Chardonnay, Savagnin (both ouillé and oxidative), Trousseau, and Pinot Noir, Domaine Grand produces around 45,000 bottles annually. With Nathalie leading the work in the vineyards and Emmanuel in the cellar, they handle everything themselves—practicing organic farming, aging in old barrels, and using only minimal sulfites at pressing. Shaped by the Jura’s challenging climate, their wines are pure, expressive, and deeply compelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/domaine_grand_arbois_trousseau_23_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Grand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389575594257,"sku":"HG2212","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Grand-Trousseau.jpg?v=1744142161"},{"product_id":"domaine-grand-en-prele-cotes-du-jura-pinot-noir-2023-750-ml","title":"Domaine Grand ‘En Prêle’ Côtes du Jura Pinot Noir 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Pinot Noir (grain fin)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.37%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrganic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2023 Domaine Grand ‘En Prêle’ Côtes du Jura Pinot Noir\u003c\/em\u003e comes from 25-year-old vines of Pinot Noir à grain fin, a finer-berried and more delicate biotype that thrives in the Jura’s clay and limestone soils. The fruit is hand-harvested with rigorous berry selection in the vineyard and on the sorting table before being fully destemmed. A five day cold maceration precedes fermentation, with six months of skin contact in infusion tanks at warmer temperatures to enhance texture and depth. Twice-daily pump-overs maintain balance before pressing. Malolactic fermentation takes about a month to complete, and the wine is aged 14 months in neutral 228L barrels, with topping up every four days to prevent oxidation. Bottled unfined and lightly plate-filtered, this Pinot Noir shows vibrant red cherry, wild strawberry, and floral aromatics, layered with earthy mushroom, dried herbs, and a mineral-driven finish, all framed by Jura’s signature tension and finesse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspired by Domaine Grand’s wines, (Parisian street artist) Bast created a bold, textured masterpiece for the Domaine - Joachim Werner artfully deconstructed it, weaving its essence into each label to match the energy \u0026amp; spirit behind every wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNestled in the Jura, Domaine Grand is a story of family, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the land. The domaine officially took shape in 1970, when André Grand and his brothers expanded the family vineyards to 25 hectares, fully dedicating themselves to viticulture—building on the foundation laid by their father, René Grand. This set the stage for the next generation to carry the domaine forward. In 2011, Emmanuel Grand (André’s son) and Nathalie Morin took the reins, bringing a new vision to the estate. With deep roots in Jura wine—Emmanuel continuing his family’s legacy and Nathalie coming from a line of winemakers in Arbois—they sought to refine the domaine’s focus. By 2015, they had carefully selected the finest 11 hectares to farm organically, prioritizing sustainability, precision, and the purest expression of their terroir. Their vineyards stretch from Arbois to Château-Chalon, with the majority surrounding their home, featuring vines ranging from 25-50 years old to a remarkable century-old plot. Specializing in Chardonnay, Savagnin (both ouillé and oxidative), Trousseau, and Pinot Noir, Domaine Grand produces around 45,000 bottles annually. With Nathalie leading the work in the vineyards and Emmanuel in the cellar, they handle everything themselves—practicing organic farming, aging in old barrels, and using only minimal sulfites at pressing. Shaped by the Jura’s challenging climate, their wines are pure, expressive, and deeply compelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/domaine_grand_en_prele_pinot_noir_23_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Grand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389585817873,"sku":"HG2213","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Grand-PN2.jpg?v=1744147098"},{"product_id":"domaine-grand-chateau-chalon-vin-jaune-2017-620ml","title":"Domaine Grand Chateau-Chalon Vin Jaune 2017 (620ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Savagnin (selection massale)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2017 Domaine Grand Château-Chalon Vin Jaune is a powerful expression of Jura’s most storied appellation, born from 45-year-old Savagnin vines rooted in limestone and gray marl. The estate works the land by hand, using pickaxes to navigate the dense, rocky soils. Yields are low at 45 hl\/ha, ensuring concentration and purity. After a slow 3-hour press and fermentation in a tank, the wine spends a year in a vat before aging sous voile for six years in 25-year-old 228L barrels. With no topping up, 40% of the volume evaporates over the years, making for a significant \"angel’s share”, and allowing oxygen and native yeasts to sculpt its intense golden hue and complex aromas of walnut, curry spice, and salted hazelnuts. Blended back in vat for a month rest, the wine is bottled without fining, and this Vin Jaune carries the depth, energy, and oxidative beauty that define the timeless wines of Château-Chalon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspired by Domaine Grand’s wines, (Parisian street artist) Bast created a bold, textured masterpiece for the Domaine - Joachim Werner artfully deconstructed it, weaving its essence into each label to match the energy \u0026amp; spirit behind every wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNestled in the Jura, Domaine Grand is a story of family, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the land. The domaine officially took shape in 1970, when André Grand and his brothers expanded the family vineyards to 25 hectares, fully dedicating themselves to viticulture—building on the foundation laid by their father, René Grand. This set the stage for the next generation to carry the domaine forward. In 2011, Emmanuel Grand (André’s son) and Nathalie Morin took the reins, bringing a new vision to the estate. With deep roots in Jura wine—Emmanuel continuing his family’s legacy and Nathalie coming from a line of winemakers in Arbois—they sought to refine the domaine’s focus. By 2015, they had carefully selected the finest 11 hectares to farm organically, prioritizing sustainability, precision, and the purest expression of their terroir. Their vineyards stretch from Arbois to Château-Chalon, with the majority surrounding their home, featuring vines ranging from 25-50 years old to a remarkable century-old plot. Specializing in Chardonnay, Savagnin (both ouillé and oxidative), Trousseau, and Pinot Noir, Domaine Grand produces around 45,000 bottles annually. With Nathalie leading the work in the vineyards and Emmanuel in the cellar, they handle everything themselves—practicing organic farming, aging in old barrels, and using only minimal sulfites at pressing. Shaped by the Jura’s challenging climate, their wines are pure, expressive, and deeply compelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/domaine_grand_chateau_chalone_17_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Grand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51407393620241,"sku":"HG2216","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Grand-Chateau.jpg?v=1744048089"},{"product_id":"domaine-ansen-cremant-dalsace-rose-2021-750-ml","title":"Domaine Ansen Cremant d'Alsace Rosé 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Selected yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e No fining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 11%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eDomaine Ansen Cremant d’Alsace Rosé Brut Nature\u003c\/em\u003e is a pure expression of Pinot Noir from a small plot of vines that were planted in 2013. Since Pinot Noir is the only allowed red grape in Cremant, and it is illegal to blend white and red grapes, this is a 100% expression of the grape. The fruit was pressed from whole bunches into stainless steel tanks for a long and slow cold fermentation. The wine was bottled and then after 20 months of rest, this sparkling is disgorged on demand with no dosage and only topped up with the same juice from other bottles. Between the non-fertile clay soils, the extreme temperature shifts of the region, and the soft touch with the grapes, the result is quite delicate in the glass with a gorgeous concentration of aromas. Strawberry and balsamic tones lead with vivacity on the nose and continue on to the palate. Loaded with zippy lime zest, small berries, and pure and fresh minerality, bone-dry austerity, and a long delicious finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the northern most hills of the Alsace AOC of eastern France, Domaine Ansen has been a family of grape growers, fruit orchard farmers, cattle raisers, and all things in between for over 400 years. In the mid-nineties, Daniel Ansen set out to learn the trade of winemaking, spending time not only in Alsace, but also Australia, the United States, and Bordeaux, where he went to enology school. In 2010 he moved back into the old family house with his wife Karine and took over the fields from his father, looking forward to converting everything to organic viticulture, and starting to make wine from their grapes that had always gone to a local cooperative. Slowly expanding in Alsace’s diverse land, Daniel farms 8.5 hectares, in 40 plots (some are as small as 2 rows of vines), to 8 grape varieties, on 3 different soil types (black clay, limestone, and sandstone). Careful hand harvesting, the use of stainless steel for natural fermentations and aging, and very little (to zero) sulfite use in the finished wines, he lets each grape express their natural characteristics to the fullest, be it laser acidity, sweet ripe fruit, or a combination of both. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Domaine Ansen Cremant d'Alsace Rosé 2021\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/ansen_cremant_rose_21_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Ansen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51491508420881,"sku":"HG2242","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Cremantd_AlsaceRose2021_80d0dbcb-abf9-4ba5-8b5d-ff3ca511be5a.png?v=1762272979"},{"product_id":"famille-fabre-equilibre-sauvignon-blanc-2024","title":"Famille Fabre Équilibre Sauvignon Blanc, Pays d'oc 2024 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Neutral yeast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e Light filter, Bentonite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sulfur \/ RS\u003c\/strong\u003e 78 mg\/l, 0 g\/l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2024 Équilibre Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/em\u003e vineyards comes from the south side of the famous village of Beziers, just east of the AOC Corbieres. The young vines are planted in limestone rich soils, with a clear south and southeastern exposure to the daily winds that typically come from the south over the Mediterranean. Once the fruit is brought to the cellar, the grapes ferment in stainless steel tanks and then rest for 3 months before filtration and bottling. The resulting wine is electric and a shockingly delicious drinking Sauvignon Blanc that still remains true to character, while being easy on the palate. Bright apples, herbs, and lemon pith come through on the nose, while the palate is zippy with minerals, fresh grapefruit, lime, and papaya.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'A vine that gives must also receive'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- a philosophy that leads the Fabre family to take diverse measures in increasing biodiversity -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Famille Fabre domaine dates back 14 generations to 1604 when the wines were made from simple small plots of vines for the family and friends of the area. Fast-forward over four hundred years, and the estate’s growth has not only been impressive, but the focus on quality and respect for the land they have grown into, has grown at even more stunning rates. The family now operates 5 individual and small Chateau throughout the Languedoc, each focusing on different terroir, different climate, and the differing native grapes, with respect for the land and grapes as their top priority. Louis Fabre became one of the first in the Languedoc to ‘go green’ in 1991 by converting the property to organics, and in 2014 the estate was awarded with the level 3 HVE (high environmental value). The Équilibre range of wines is a portion of their consciously farmed fruit that is dedicated to predominantly single varieties, and from general IGP areas of the estate. Working to showcase the vibrancy of each grape and the terroir from which it comes, this group of remarkable values from the south of France is a beautiful accompaniment to the AOC expressions of the domaine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Famille Fabre Équilibre Sauvignon Blanc, Pays d'oc 2024\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/equilibre_sauvignon_blanc_24_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille Fabre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51491528409361,"sku":"HG2244","price":14.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/FamilleFabreEquilibreSauvignonBlanc.png?v=1760467441"},{"product_id":"jean-aubron-muscadet-cuvee-elegance-2023-750-ml","title":"Jean Aubron Muscadet Cuvee Elegance 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Melon de Bourgogne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Loire Valley, France\u003cbr\u003eSubregion: Pays Nantais\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine\u003cbr\u003eSustainable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage 2023The grapes for this wine are grown on a type of crumbly granite known as Gabbro, allowing their roots to go deep underground. The wine starts the fermentation in stainless steel, then is transferred to glass-lined underground tanks for 6-10 months to sit on its lees. Lovely, flowery and briny wine, a true showcase of its terroir. Lemon, lime, white flowers and salty notes of the sea vie for your attention, with an intense mineral mouthfeel and striking acidity that balances everything on the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith Melon de Bourgogne vines planted in a completely different sort of soil called gabbro (basically crumbly granite), Jean-Pascal lovingly tends the land like his ancestors did for generations. He starts the fermentation in stainless steel, then transfers the wines to glass-lined underground tanks to let them sit on their lees until he feels they’re ready, creating Muscadets that are aromatically expressive, with striking acidity, minerality and salinity but also with stunning purity of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated in Valley, outside of Nantes, Jean-Pascal Aubron–a fourth generation vigneron–strives to make bone-dry wines like Muscadet, Folle Blanche and Sauvignon Blanc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes for this wine are grown on a type of crumbly granite known as Gabbro, allowing their roots to go deep underground. The wine starts the fermentation in stainless steel, then is transferred to glass-lined underground tanks for 6-10 months to sit on its lees. Lovely, flowery and briny wine, a true showcase of its terroir. Lemon, lime, white flowers and salty notes of the sea vie for your attention, with an intense mineral mouthfeel and striking acidity that balances everything on the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Domaine_Jean_Aubron_Muscadet_Sevre-Et-Maine_Sur_Lie_Cuvee_Elegance_2023.pdf?v=1747674698\" title=\"Jean Aubron Muscadet Cuvee Elegance 2023\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Jean-Pascal Aubron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51524521197841,"sku":"HG2248","price":15.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/WinePics_84e3751d-361a-44e5-a331-92d5cfc2cacf.png?v=1716237693"},{"product_id":"vila-voltaire-puech-auriol-orange-villard-blanc-2021-750-ml","title":"Vila Voltaire Puech Auriol Orange Villard Blanc 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Villard Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV \u003c\/strong\u003e13.62%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel, Indigenous yeasts (10 days skin contact) - aged 6 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2021 Puech Auriol Orange\u003c\/em\u003e is a skin-fermented expression of a local and not well known grape variety called Villard Blanc. The vineyard plot is on a terraced slope where almost every terrace is a slightly different composition of soil, ranging from sandy marl, to rolled pebbles, to oyster fossil filled limestone. This, along with the nature of the grape and the gorgeous fruit trees and forest that surround, lead to a very layered grape that has lovely acidity and texture, perfect for extended skin time. Once at the cellar, the fermentation takes place in tank (with 10 days of skin contact before pressing), and is then moved to 160L amphora, acacia wood, and a few used oak barrels for aging. After a paper filtration, the wine is bottled with a bit of sulfites and released to the market. Although fermented with skins, the color of the grape is not remarkably dark, so the wine shows a lovely golden hue versus an ‘orange’ look. But the layers it adds to the final wine is noticeable and full of great texture. A complex nose of spice, white fruit, and wildflowers leads to a very full palate backed with acidity, mineral, cedar, and white peach.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePuech Auriol is the name of the first hill that Stephane \u0026amp; Cecile bought grapes for Vila Voltaire.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVila Voltaire\u003c\/em\u003e is the small personal passion project of winemaking rock star Stéphane Yerle. Stéphane is still a traveling winemaker throughout Europe, and over his career has been the consulting oenologist to both boutique and large production estates; places like Chateau Latour, Chateau Pibarnon, and Famille Fabre to name a few. Although from the Basque region of France, in 2000 he and his wife Cécile decided to buy some land in Languedoc to start a hobby winery that someday could be where they lay their hat – as Languedoc is where Stéphan believes to be the ‘most free’ region for making wine. Having started with just 1.5 hectare, they now farm 12 hectares of land, and since the beginning have worked organically to match their fully organic lifestyle. Nestled near St. Chinian and the Coteaux d’Ensérune, Stéphane works with a variety of grapes to showcase his skills and love for the region and is a leading expert on micro-oxygenation in wine, utilizing many vessels in his cellar to get the most from his grapes: amphora, acacia, French wood, concrete, etc. A true force in the Coteaux, these clean and expressive wines are growing a fan base around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vila Voltaire Puech Auriol Orange Villard Blanc 2021\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vila_voltaire_puech_auriol_orange_21_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vila Voltaire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51565766476049,"sku":"HG2285","price":17.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/VilaVoltairePuechAuriolOrangeVillardBlanc2021.png?v=1748449187"},{"product_id":"vila-voltaire-gros-grains-rouge-2022-750-ml","title":"Vila Voltaire Gros Grains Rouge 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e80% Aramon\u003cbr\u003e20% Cinsault\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Indigenous yeasts (bioprotection) - aged 3 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2022 Gros Grains\u003c\/em\u003e is made from 80% Aramon, a local grape of southern France that was prolific in the early 1900’s, as well as 20% Cinsault. Both grapes have large berries near harvest if the rains come, thus the wine’s name, from the extra swelling from the additional water. The grapes are harvested together and begin natural fermentation in stainless steel tank after bleeding about 40% of the juice off for rose, and to bring more concentration to this already light and juicy fresh red. Bio-protection is used, which is yeast that encourages healthy microorganisms to aid in the fermentation over bad bacteria and spoilage type yeasts, so that the entire process may be done without the use of sulfites, keeping the wine as exuberant and grape forward as possible. The resulting wine is absolute dynamite, fresh with juicy black raspberries, blueberries, and garrigue herbs on the nose. The palate is verging on a ‘glou-glou’ style, so easy and crushable in weight, but has lovely depth to the blue fruits and even has a touch of rustic tannin underneath. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGros Grains = Big grapes Aramon \u0026amp; Cinsault retain water from rains before harvest, this makes the harvested berries quite large.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVila Voltaire\u003c\/em\u003e is the small personal passion project of winemaking rock star Stéphane Yerle. Stéphane is still a traveling winemaker throughout Europe, and over his career has been the consulting oenologist to both boutique and large production estates; places like Chateau Latour, Chateau Pibarnon, and Famille Fabre to name a few. Although from the Basque region of France, in 2000 he and his wife Cécile decided to buy some land in Languedoc to start a hobby winery that someday could be where they lay their hat – as Languedoc is where Stéphan believes to be the ‘most free’ region for making wine. Having started with just 1.5 hectare, they now farm 12 hectares of land, and since the beginning have worked organically to match their fully organic lifestyle. Nestled near St. Chinian and the Coteaux d’Ensérune, Stéphane works with a variety of grapes to showcase his skills and love for the region and is a leading expert on micro-oxygenation in wine, utilizing many vessels in his cellar to get the most from his grapes: amphora, acacia, French wood, concrete, etc. A true force in the Coteaux, these clean and expressive wines are growing a fan base around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Vila Voltaire Gros Grains Rouge 2022\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vila_voltaire_gros_grains_22_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vila Voltaire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51565771653393,"sku":"HG2287","price":17.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/VilaVoltaireGrosGrainsRouge2022.png?v=1748448841"},{"product_id":"olivier-cazenave-echappee-bel-blanc-nv-750ml","title":"Olivier Cazenave Echappée Bel Blanc NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e70% Muscadelle, 30% Semillon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Pied de cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e #3 plate filter, None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sulfur \/ RS\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 mg\/l, 1 g\/l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic (Eco cert)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchappée Bel Blanc\u003c\/em\u003e is a young and fresh expression of both Semillon and Muscadelle, which Olivier is extremely passionate about. The fruit is harvested from 40-year-old vines on clay and limestone soils and undergoes a very cold but short maceration to enhance the aromatics and texture of the finished wine. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks with a strong fermenting natural pied de cuve from the first grapes harvested, for approximately 15 days, but it does not go through malolactic fermentation. After fermentation, the wine remains on its lees for at least 9 months before bottling. Although it typically comes from a single harvest, the wine is not vintage dated. The resulting wine is crisp, aromatic, and purely mineral, with notes of crisp apples, tangerine, Meyer lemon, and wet rock. In the mouth, the wine has a fresh texture, vibrant lime and green apple flavors, and a stony and lengthy minerality that truly showcases the grape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamics is truly an adventure where our conception of the rational and the explicable must evolve and expand towards other influences, those of the cosmos, but also by considering that everything around us is alive and communicated. - Olivier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca data-sanitized-target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/oc_echappee_blanc__blend__nv_ts.pdf\" title=\"Olivier Cazenave Echappee Bel Blanc NV\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Cazenave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569208492305,"sku":"HG2288","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/BelBlanc.png?v=1760467333"},{"product_id":"olivier-cazenave-echappee-bel-rose-nv-750ml","title":"Olivier Cazenave Echappée Bel Rosé NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic certified \u0026amp; Biodynamic (not cert)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Echappée Bel Rosé is a truly unique rosé, arguably the only one of its kind. Olivier sources Merlot from a trusted farmer who has a plot of Grand Cru vines in St. Emilion specifically for this rosé. The grapes are hand-harvested before the sugars become too high and brought to the cellar for a natural start to fermentation in stainless steel. After only one day, the grapes are pressed, giving the wine a gorgeous kiss of color, and then moved into 6-year-old Allier 600-liter barrels to continue fermenting. The wood imparts interesting aromas and tannins to the finished wine, which completes its fermentation after approximately 15 days. The wine is never vintage dated, which is brilliant because good rosé should be enjoyed for a couple of years and not just immediately after harvest. Although it is always single vintage, there is no obsessing over its \"correct\" vintage. The aromatics are very pretty, full of soft berries, red plums, a hint of wood, and cherry cordial. Small strawberries explode in the mouth, and the balanced acidity adds to the texture of the wine with a long and delicious finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamics is truly a new adventure where our conception of the rational and the explicable must evolve and expand towards other influences, those of the cosmos of course, but also by considering that everything around us is alive and communicated. - Olivier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Our project) Is the sum of a thousand tiny details that, with the Dordogne river, ‘flows beautifully’ before our eyes, offering us every hour a new light and radiance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/oc_echappee_rose_nv_ts.pdf\" title=\"Olivier Cazenave Echappee Bel Rose NV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Cazenave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569211506961,"sku":"HG2289","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/OlivierCazenaveEchappeeBelRoseNV.png?v=1752179491"},{"product_id":"olivier-cazenave-echappee-bel-rouge-nv-750ml","title":"Olivier Cazenave Echappée Bel Rouge NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-3 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic (Eco cert)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Echappée Bel Rouge is exactly what red Bordeaux needs to focus on, exciting and fresh examples of the stunning terroir the region has always hung its hat on. This Merlot is from 30-year-old vines that as soon as the fruit is ripe and the acidity levels want to start decreasing, Olivier harvests immediately and brings into the cellar for a natural fermentation in stainless steel tanks. The ferment lasts about 15 days, but only half of that is with the skins still in contact with the juice, giving the wine a fresh style and lighter approach to these lovely grapes. It then rests for at least a year until bottled, but truly waits until the next bottling is needed to fill needs. The aromas are brambly, deep and full of intrigue, with hints of tobacco, plum, black cherry, and mushrooms. The palate leans towards dark and earthy fruit, yet has the juiciest expression of tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, delicious finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamics is truly a new adventure where our conception of the rational and the explicable must evolve and expand towards other influences, those of the cosmos of course, but also by considering that everything around us is alive and communicated. - Olivier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(Our project) Is the sum of a thousand tiny details that, with the Dordogne river, ‘flows beautifully’ before our eyes, offering us every hour a new light and radiance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Olivier Cazenave Echappée Bel Rouge NV\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/oc_echappee_rouge_nv_ts.pdf\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Cazenave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569214062865,"sku":"HG2290","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/OlivierCazenaveEchappeeBelRougeNV.png?v=1752179033"},{"product_id":"olivier-cazenave-franc-de-bel-cabernet-franc-mv-750ml","title":"Olivier Cazenave 'Franc de Bel' Cabernet Franc NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e 500L open barrels, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026gt;12 months (Solera)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic (Eco cert)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e‘Franc de Bel’\u003c\/em\u003e is truly a unique expression of Bordeaux, that is likely the only one of its kind. Coming from only Cabernet Franc on clay and limestone soils, these 20+ year old vines are destined to share their existence in the bottle with the same fruit from each harvest, going through a true ‘Solera’ style process. Each year, the fruit averages 2-4 weeks on the skins during natural fermentation before pressing, which takes place in open, 500-liter barrels, that are punched down daily. Once pressed, the juice goes into French Tonneau (2-6 years old) barrels on top of the previous vintage’s remains that follow the yearly botting. This process, called soutirage, means that the wine was aged for at least a single year, as this is a bottling from 2020 where the 2011-2019 vintages were captured. The nose opens incredibly with a bit of time, showcasing licorice, olive, black cherry, and a touch of black pepper. In the mouth, the palate is phenomenal, wanting to attack with fruit and tannin and acid.. but it doesn’t. It is soft, deeply layered, and perfectly integrated, and is a very exciting example of multi-vintage wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamics is truly a new adventure where our conception of the rational and the explicable must evolve and expand towards other influences, those of the cosmos of course, but also by considering that everything around us is alive and communicated. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Olivier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year the embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Olivier Cazenave 'Franc de Bel' Cabernet Franc MV\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/oc_franc_de_bel_mv_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Cazenave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569217470737,"sku":"HG2291","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/FullSizeRender.jpg?v=1768431181"},{"product_id":"olivier-cazenave-la-vielle-des-landes-montagne-saint-emilion-2016-750ml","title":"Olivier Cazenave 'La Veille des Landes' Montagne Saint Emilion 2016 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete vats, Pied de cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic (Eco cert), Biodynamic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe '\u003cem\u003eLa Vielle des Lands'\u003c\/em\u003e began as a collaboration between Olivier and Jeff Carrel (a winemaker in Burgundy that consulted for Olivier as he was learning his terroir and diving into biodynamics). As the vintages pass, Jeff’s participation has been able to lessen, and soon his name won’t appear anymore as Olivier has begun to master his own art. Inspired by Burgundy, this wine is all about discovering the terroir of Bordeaux through Merlot; hand-harvest, no wood, only vats. The first ripe fruit comes in, destemmed and crushed, and begins fermentation. Once the rest of the crop has ripe stalks, the best fruit is selected to join in full clusters. 100% Carbonic ensues and when finished, is punched down to reveal this unique expression of Merlot to go and finish aging in tank. The aromatics are gorgeous, with brambly blackberry, lovely ripe cherries and raspberries, stones and black roses. On the palate, the expression is dynamic, explosive with fruit, yet lifted by the minerality of the terroir, and lasts in the mouth with complexity, nuance, and pretty elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamics is truly a new adventure where our conception of the rational and the explicable must evolve and expand towards other influences, those of the cosmos of course, but also by considering that everything around us is alive and communicated. – Olivier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChateau de Bel is the idyllic estate that houses the visionary project and wines of ‘Vins Olivier Cazenave.’ Olivier and his wife Anne married in 2003, the same year they embarked on their lifelong dream of buying a rustic piece of property and a home on the picturesque edge of the Dordogne River, with a promise to create an estate and wines that are truly distinct from others. Their commitment to humility and common sense has led them to a place where the wines express their vivacious personality, endless creativity, and pure expression of terroir, all the while being fully dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming since 2016. Starting with just 4.5 hectares, they have expanded over the years by acquiring small neighboring plots, and now farm around 8 hectares of vines, producing about 60,000 bottles annually through their various labels, appellations, and diverse projects. Olivier has a deep passion for Muscadelle and aims to expand wine drinkers' palates with this grape, while also showcasing his special ability to allow Merlot and Cabernet Franc to sing in unique and novel ways compared to his regional counterparts. The cellar is compact, the process is meticulous, and the focus is on crafting exceptional yet unpretentious Bordeaux for the world to rediscover anew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Olivier Cazenave 'La Vielle des Landes' Montagne Saint Emilion 2016\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/oc_la_vielles_st_emilion_16_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Olivier Cazenave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569221173521,"sku":"HG2292","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/OlivierCazenaveLaVeilledesLandes.jpg?v=1753809081"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-bois-moze-cremant-de-loire-tradition-chenin-blanc-nv-750ml","title":"Bois Mozé Crémant de Loire Tradition Chenin Blanc NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Pied de cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 months in concrete, 46 months in bottle on lees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay, no fining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e‘Tradition’ Cremant Blanc de Noir\u003c\/em\u003e is a wonderful expression of the estate’s 30-year old Chenin Blanc vines in sparkling form, showcasing the unique schist soils of the estate. After a hand harvest, the grapes went directly to the press, and then began the first fermentation in stainless steel with the estate’s own pied de cuve. This lasted about a month, as the temperatures were paid careful attention to, keeping them low so that the retention of aromatics and varietal character were at their fullest, as well as watching the oxidation closely to keep the grape at its best. The wine was then aged for 4 months in concrete vat until it was bottled and aged slowly on its lees for close to four years, before it saw a dosage of 7.5g\/l of grape juice, not sugar. The result of this traditional method sparkling is gorgeous on the nose and the palate, showcasing quince, apple, brioche, and honey, and loaded with crisp acidity and intriguing minerality. Fresh and long in the mouth, this is a wonderfully gastronomic Cremant, meant to be shared with friends around the table.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 1930, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle), the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been ‘effected’ by the estate’s presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, and Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_cremant_tradition_nv_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Bois Mozé Crémant de Loire Tradition Chenin Blanc NV\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Bois-Mozé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569265377553,"sku":"HG2293","price":21.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/BoisMozeCremantdeLoireTraditionCheninBlancNV.png?v=1758639822"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-bois-moze-desiree-anne-cremant-de-loire-rose-nv-750ml","title":"Bois Mozé 'Desiréé Anne' Crémant de Loire Rosé NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e90% Cabernet Franc, 10% Grolleau Noir\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Pied de cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 months In concrete,\u0026amp;nbsp; 46 months In bottle on lees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e‘Désirée Anne’ Cremant Rosé \u003c\/em\u003eis a show stopping Cremant that comes from a beautiful 30-year-old vineyard, and is predominately Cabernet Franc (90%) and Grolleau Noir (10%). After the hand-harvesting, the grapes came to the cellar and went directly to press, resulting in a pale rosé color that only kissed the skins for a few moments before moving onto stainless steel for a month long cofermentation. During this time, a careful eye is used to ensure that the activity of yeasts are working vigorously while the low temps help to create phenomenal aromatics, and great varietal character. The wine was then aged for 4 months in concrete vat until it was bottled in and aged slowly on its lees for nearly four years, when it then saw a dosage of 7.5g\/l of grape juice, not sugar. The resulting bubbles are stunning in the nose, with a beautiful red berry fruit that has been doused in confectionary sugar, giving a lovely marshmallow quality that also seems to find itself in the texture of the mouth. The spicy fruit on the palate has wonderful freshness and acidity, and continues through to a very long finish and is well suited for many cuisines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe clay and limestone soils are very unique in this area of Anjou, leaning more towards Saumur where the limestone that then runs all the way through Paris to the east, begins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 1930, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle), the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been ‘effected’ by the estate’s presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Domaine de Bois Mozé 'Desiréé Anne' Crémant de Loire Rosé NV\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_desiree_anne_cremant_nv_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Bois-Mozé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569284088081,"sku":"HG2294","price":21.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DomainedeBoisMoze_DesireeAnne.png?v=1752510950"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-bois-moze-pop-nat-pet-nat-rose-nv-750ml","title":"Bois Mozé 'Pop \u0026 Nat' Pet-Nat Rosé NV (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e50% Pinot Noir, 25% Grolleau Noir, 25% Grolleau Gris\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Pied de cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottle conditioned\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.6%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e'Pop et Nat' Pet-Nat\u003c\/em\u003e is a lively blend of Pinot Noir, Grolleau Noir, and Grolleau Gris, grown in the limestone and clay soils that sit right behind the old castle. These 30-year old vines produce grapes that ferment naturally with its own pied de cuve, in stainless steel tanks. When the residual sugar hits 15g\/l, the wine is cooled to slow the ferment and bottled to finish the process under the pressure of the bottle, resulting in a naturally sparkling wine that is completely dry, yet full of superb fruit. No sulfites are added, and the wine isn't disgorged but remains quite stable upon opening. This fun, vibrant sparkler is filled with fresh red berries, subtle floral notes, and a touch of earthy minerality on the nose. On the palate, it's all about the bright, lively fizz, with fruit-forward flavors and a crisp, clean finish. 'Pop et Nat' is perfect for those who love the spontaneous, unfiltered charm of natural wines, offering an effervescent and enjoyable sip every time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe clay and limestone soils are very unique in this area of Anjou, leaning more towards Saumur where the limestone that then runs all the way through Paris to the east, begins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 1930, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle), the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been ‘effected’ by the estate’s presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_pop_et_nat_ts.pdf\" title=\"Domaine de Bois Mozé 'Pop \u0026amp; Nat' Pet-Nat Rosé NV\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Bois-Mozé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569290117393,"sku":"HG2295","price":21.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Pop_Nat.png?v=1752510739"},{"product_id":"domaine-de-bois-moze-terre-de-haut-anjou-blanc-2022-750ml","title":"Bois Mozé 'Terre de Haut' Anjou Blanc 2022 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Domaine de Bois Mozé 'Terre de Haut' Anjou Blanc 2022\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_terre_de_haut_21_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete vats, Pied de cuve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay, no fining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Certified \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.3%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e2022 Terre de Haut Anjou Blanc\u003c\/em\u003e comes from the estate’s 30-year-old Chenin Blanc vines where the soil is full of schist and sandy clay. The grapes are hand-harvested and then destemmed at the cellar, and then head to a soft pressing before entering concrete for fermentation with the ‘house’ pied de cuve. Paying close attention to the temperature is very important to the winery at this point, to ensure healthy activity as well as locking in wonderful aromatics and varietal character. After natural malolactic fermentation, the wine is racked and then remains in concrete for another 6 to 8 months before a light filtration and bottling. A 3-month rest is required to let the wine meld and relax a bit before release, and then once ready to open, the wine truly sings of the grape and the terroir. The nose is full of honeyed apples, pears, quince, wet stones, and wool, leading to an incredible fuller bodied mouth feel, with acidity-led vibrancy, crisp tree fruit, and extraordinary length. Gastronomic as well as gulpable, this Chenin is a lovely representation of Anjou.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 1930, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle), the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been ‘effected’ by the estate’s presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_terre_de_haut_22_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Bois Mozé 'Terre de Haut' Anjou Blanc 2022\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Bois-Mozé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51569295524113,"sku":"HG2296","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/BoisMoze_TerredeHaut_AnjouBlanc2022.png?v=1758639376"}],"url":"https:\/\/alchemyofthespirit.co\/collections\/france.oembed?page=7","provider":"Alchemy of the Spirit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}