Val de Mer French Sparkling Non Dose NVMthode Traditionnelle Champagne in every way but name and price. Patrick Piuze's second project sources Chardonnay from limestone and clay soils just 7km from the Champagne border near Tonnerre, harvests early for acidity, and ages a minimum of 13 months on the lees before disgorgement no dosage added. The result: toasted brioche and hazelnuts on the nose, Golden Delicious apple and lemon citrus on the palate, with chalky minerality and dry crispness

lakeside and picnics

and toasted hazelnut round out the finish

Prominent among 30 local herbs is Génépy

ranging from 450 to 900 meters elevation

The 2019 is bright red fruit

and it has been thrilling to witness Pian del Ciampolo gain depth and nuance over the years as these vines have developed deeper root systems

Drink it fast

Abasolo corn spirit is infused with heirloom early harvest tender corn on the cob along with a sweet mash of Cacahuzintle hominy

Fermented with natural yeasts

unsweetened cocoa powder

with beautifully balanced fresh fruit

one-of-a-kind Côtes de Provence rosé featuring the tibouren grape in the lead role