Drop 1 - Maison Glandien Box 2022
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Maison Glandien wines are celebrated for their complexity and ability to age gracefully, representing the finest of Burgundy’s winemaking traditions. My first drop offered six different bottles of Tino Kuban from Burgundy.
2022 L’Overture Blanc – Blend of two different Aligoté vineyards in Cheilly-lés-Maranges and Saint-Martin-sous-Montaigu
2022 La Moiré Blanc – North-West facing vineyard planted with Aligoté on shallow limestone/clay soils in Cheilly-lés-Maranges
2022 L’Amorce Rosé – Direct press of Pinot Noir from two different vineyards in the Côte Chalonnaise
2022 L’Ouverture Rouge – Co-fermentation of mostly Pinot Noir and Aligoté from different vineyards in the Côte Chalonnaise
2022 Les Écully Rouge – Semi-carbonic maceration of a really old Gamay vineyards planted on sand in the Beaujolais
2022 La Leux Rouge – Whole bunch fermentation of a 60-year old Pinot Noir vineyard in Saint-Jean-de-Vaux
Drop 2 - L'ORIGINE BOX
by Tino Kuban
L’Origine – La Lumiere Blanc 2022
Mercurey Blanc La Brigadiere, (Chardonnay)
Earliest drinking recommendation: 2025
MAISON GLANDIEN – Les Roches Rouge 2022
Cote Challonaise (Pinot Noir)
Earliest drinking recommendation: 2025
Drop 3 - ENSEMBLE BOX
Apprendre à Marcher by Isabel Claire
Euphoria by Jeremy Carteret
Pinot Noir – Mercurey, 2023
Indulge in the sophisticated and untypical flavors of this Burgundy pinot noir from Isabel Claire, a modern twist while maintaining a deep respect for tradition. (Earliest drinking recommendation: End of 2025)
Pinot Noir – Hautes-Cotes de Beaune, 2024
Experience the finesse and elegance of Burgundy with „Euphoria“ from Jeremy Carteret, a name synonymous with quality and craftsmanship.
Drop 4 - maison glandien Box
by Tino Kuban
In the heart of Burgundy, Maison Glandien is quietly redefining what it means to craft wine with integrity and passion. Led by the young winemaker Tino Kuban, this project is a celebration of nature’s bounty and the art of minimal intervention. With a steadfast commitment to organic practices, Kuban sources only the finest grapes, allowing the natural essence of each terroir to shine through
2023 La Cruci Blanc: A young vineyard in the Hautes Côtes de Beaune, exclusively planted with Chardonnay. Aged in used 228-liter piéces barrels, with spontaneous fermentation in barrel followed by a 10-month élevage, showcasing purity and elegance.
2023 L’Ouverture Rosé: Sourced from two vineyards in the Côte Chalonnaise, this rosé captures the vibrant essence of the region. Fresh and lively, it highlights delicate fruit notes.
2023 La Moiré Blanc: North-west facing vineyard planted with Aligoté, grown on shallow limestone and clay soils in Cheilly-lès-Maranges. This wine reveals a striking minerality, balanced by a vibrant acidity.
2023 L’Ouverture Rouge: Crafted from two vineyards in the Côte Chalonnaise, this red blend features 70% Pinot Noir with 30% direct-pressed Pinot Noir. The result is a bright, fruit-driven red with a delicate structure and a smooth, refreshing finish.
2023 Les Écully Rouge: From ancient Gamay vineyards in the Beaujolais, grown on sandy soils. Produced using semi-carbonic maceration to highlight its juicy, red-fruit character, while maintaining freshness and complexity.
2023 La Leux Rouge: A whole-bunch fermented Pinot Noir from a 60-year-old vineyard in Saint-Jean-de-Vaux. This wine offers depth and complexity, with layers of spice and earthiness, balanced by a vibrant core of fruit.
Drop 5 - Realize the german potential
Bürklin Wolf, Seckinger, Kissinger
For Drop No. 5, we’re bringing together three of Germany’s most exciting biodynamic winemakers—producers who push boundaries while staying deeply rooted in their terroir. Jonas, Philipp, and Lukas Seckinger from Weingut Seckinger in the Pfalz are redefining German Riesling with their minimal-intervention approach. Nicola Libelli, the driving force behind Bürklin-Wolf, is a master of biodynamic viticulture, leading one of Germany’s most historic estates into the future. His focus on purity and energy results in wines. Moritz Kissinger from Rheinhessen is a rising star in German Chardonnay, known for his meticulous biodynamic farming and innovative winemaking.
Seckinger’s 1 Tal Riesling 2021 is a bold expression of minimal-intervention winemaking. Sourced from the estate’s coolest vineyard, this Riesling is all about purity and tension. Fermented spontaneously and aged in used barrels, it shows incredible depth, with electric acidity, fine texture, and a raw, unfiltered edge that speaks to the Seckinger brothers’ philosophy. Earliest drinking recommendation: NOW
Bürklin-Wolf’s Wachenheimer Gerümpel Riesling 2022 comes from a historic vineyard with sandstone-rich soils, delivering a Riesling of power and precision. Under Nicola Libelli’s biodynamic approach, this wine exudes intense minerality and structure, balancing ripe citrus and stone fruit with a long, complex finish. It’s a Riesling that showcases both tradition and innovation, proving why Bürklin-Wolf remains a benchmark in German wine. Earliest drinking recommendation: 2026
Moritz Kissinger’s Chardonnay 2022 is a striking example of the potential for great German Chardonnay. Grown in limestone-rich soils and handled with the utmost care, this wine is layered and expressive, with a beautiful balance of freshness and texture. Fermented spontaneously and aged on the lees, it offers a Burgundian depth while staying true to its Rheinhessen roots. Kissinger’s meticulous biodynamic farming and hands-off approach result in a Chardonnay that is precise, energetic, and full of life. Earliest drinking recommendation: NOW
Drop 6 - Under the Radar Burgundy
Domaine Jean Javillier & Fils, Meursault
Volnay Premier Cru „Caillerets“
Often regarded as one of the finest Premier Crus in Volnay, Caillerets is all about finesse and precision. The well-drained, stony soils give this Pinot Noir its signature elegance and vibrant red fruit, floral aromatics, and a refined, silky structure that ages beautifully.
Earliest drinking recommendation: NOW
Volnay Premier Cru „Clos des Chênes“
A more structured and powerful Volnay, thanks to its deeper, iron-rich soils. This wine has darker fruit, a firm but polished tannin structure, and incredible depth. Still elegant, but with more intensity and aging potential.
Earliest drinking recommendation: NOW
Meursault – Lieu-dit: “ Les Tillets“
A high-altitude vineyard that brings out the fresher, more mineral side of Meursault. This Chardonnay is tense and vibrant, with bright citrus, delicate white flowers, and a touch of salinity that makes it incredibly precise and energetic. The Les Tillets parcel borders the famous Meursault Narvaux, a Premier Cru appellation.
Earliest drinking recommendation: End of 2026
Meursault Village
The classic Meursault expression. Rich and layered with ripe stone fruit, hazelnut, and a beautifully creamy texture, all balanced by the signature freshness and minerality of the appellation
Earliest drinking recommendation: End of 2026
Drop 7 - L'òrigine Box
By Tino Kuban
L’ORIGINE – La Lumiere Blanc 2023
Mercurey Blanc La Brigadiere, (Chardonnay)
The L’Origine – La Lumière Blanc 2023 comes from Tino Kuban’s own Domaine Les Jardins Vivants vineyards, The grapes are farmed organically and treated differently from his Maison Glandien wines. The result is the vibrant energy, preserve purity and a beautiful popcorn reducution. On the palate, it’s all about incredible tension, layered complexity, and a thrillingly long finish.
Earliest drinking recommendation: Not before 2026!!!!
MAISON GLANDIEN – Les Roches Rouge 2023
Cote Challonaise (Pinot Noir)
The Les Roches comes from the prestigious Clos de la Roche vineyard, planted with 70-year-old vines. The farming is fully organic, and the vineyard is located between Santenay and Mercurey. The soils are a classic mix of clay and limestone, giving the wine its beautiful tension, structure, and minerality.
Earliest drinking recommendation: If you like a young, vibrant pinot NOW
MAISON GLANDIEN – Le Freddie Rouge 2023
Mercury (Pinot Noir)
Freddie is also sourced from 70-year-old vineyards, located on a south-facing slope in Mercurey. Here, the soils are rich in marl, giving the wine depth, elegance, and a vibrant energy.
Earliest drinking recommendation: If you like a young, vibrant pinot NOW
Drop 8- L'Odyssee petillante
Romain et Thomas Henin, AY
Romain et Thomas Henin are part of a new generation reshaping Champagne from the inside out. After gaining experience with Sébastien Mouzon and Henri Giraud, Romain took over his family’s domaine in Aÿ in 2021, bringing with him a fresh, uncompromising vision. The estate, originally founded by their father Pascal Hénin, spans just 1.2 hectares across Grand and Premier Cru vineyards in Aÿ, Chouilly, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Dizy, and the Marne Valley.
L’Odyssée Pétillante
A pure expression of place and intention – this single-vineyard Champagne captures the essence of Hénin’s philosophy.
It’s a blend of 50% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Noir, and 10% Chardonnay, disgorged on December 20th, 2024.
Crafted with zero dosage and no added sulfur, this wine feels transparent and honest. It expresses its origin without mask or artifice, offering a refined yet organic tasting experience.
Drop 9 - fifty shades of pinot
Tino Kuban, Jeremy c´Carteret, Alessandro Salvan
Tino Kuban is a shining example of the new wave in Burgundian natural winemaking, combining tradition with fearless innovation. His approach is rooted in biodynamic farming and minimal intervention, crafting wines that are raw, authentic, and a true reflection of their terroir. Unlike many, Kuban works exclusively with fruit from his own meticulously tended vineyards in Meursault and the Côte Chalonnaise.
Jérémy Carteret is a dynamic young winemaker based in La Rochepot, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy. With roots deeply tied to Burgundy’s finest through a decade at Domaine Benjamin Leroux, Carteret launched his own estate, A Fleur de Peau, in 2022. His approach is fiercely organic and minimalist, letting the terroir speak loud and clear.
Alessandro Salvano is part of a bold new generation reshaping Piemonte’s wine narrative. Based just outside the Barolo zone, he doesn’t follow the rules—he rewrites them. With his project Drink Wines Not Labels (DWNL), Salvano strips away all the noise and focuses on what truly matters: raw, expressive, soulful wine. No dogma, no distractions—just grapes, soil, and instinct. His cellar work is ultra-low intervention, relying on wild ferments, no fining or filtering.
Tino Kuban, L’Origine – La Lumière Rouge 2023
The 2023 La Lumière Rouge Pinot Noir by Tino Kuban is and-harvested, wild yeast fermented, and aged in new Stockinger barrels, it bursts with vibrant cherry, raspberry, and mineral notes. Fresh, energetic, and elegantly structured, this Pinot delivers wild finesse and soulful depth in every sip. Its made from the domaine vineyards from Les Jardins Vivants!
Earliest drinking recommendation: Not before 2026!!!!
Jérémy Carteret – Blanc de Noir 2023
The rosé from the Euphoria vineyards is a rare beauty, crafted from Pinot Noir grapes using direct press — delicate and pure. It’s a limited expression, born from just a feuillette of the Euphoria White juice, capturing vibrant freshness and subtle complexity. This rosé bursts with bright red berry aromas, crisp acidity, and a silky, refined finish with a CRAZY reduction. Crafted with care and minimal intervention — perfect for lovers of fresh, terroir-driven rosé with a banger reduction.
Earliest drinking recommendation: 2026
Alessandro Salvano – DWNL Pinot Nero 2023
Pinot from Piemonte? Hell yes. Salvano’s 2023 Pinot Nero isn’t trying to mimic Burgundy—it’s something entirely its own. Grown in the Langhe hills, this wine is bright, lifted, and alive, packed with fresh cherry, crushed herbs, and a whisper of wild forest floor. It’s juicy, unfussy, but far from simple. A touch of reduction gives it a raw, electric edge, making it the kind of bottle you finish faster than you planned. This is Pinot with attitude—untamed, direct, and dangerously drinkable. A rebel in a bottle.
Earliest drinking recommendation: Now!
Drop 10 - Mixed martial arts
La Ferme de la Sansonnière & Tino Kuban
Martial Angeli continues the legacy of his father, Mark Angeli, at La Ferme de la Sansonnière in Anjou — one of the pioneering estates for biodynamic wine in the Loire. With deep respect for nature and zero compromise on purity, Martial crafts intense, soulful wines from Chenin Blanc, Grolleau, and Cabernet Franc. Everything is done by hand, with wild ferments, minimal intervention, and often no added sulfur. The result? Raw, living wines that speak of their schist and limestone soils — vibrant, electric, sometimes wild. Not for everyone, but unforgettable for those who get it.
Tino Kuban is one of those new Burgundian winemakers you should keep on your radar. With his own label Maison Glandien and his work at Les Jardins Vivants, he’s shaping a style that’s both rooted in Burgundy and refreshingly forward-looking. We’re excited to feature Tino in several of our drops — just scroll down and discover.
Box No. 10 was something special. Sometimes, when we start working with new winemakers, we don’t get the biggest allocations right away. But I didn’t want to hold back on sharing the wines of Martial Angelié with you.
So we created a mixed case: 5 different wines from Martial, and 5 different Origine wines from Tino.
I know, we all love this combo — Martial’s expressive wines alongside Tino’s Origine range. A perfect mix of discovery and a name we already can’t get enough of!
Box 1:
La Ferme de la Sansonnière – La Rosée 2024 (Rose)
La Rosée 2024 from La Ferme de la Sansonnière comes from Anjou in the Loire, made almost entirely from Grolleau Gris with a small touch of Cabernet Sauvignon. Farmed biodynamically and fermented naturally with minimal intervention, it shows bright red berry fruit, hints of stone fruit, subtle herbal notes, and a refreshing acidity.
Drinking recommendation: From NOW on.
Tino Kuban – La Terre Rouge 2022 (Pinot Noir)
La Terre Rouge 2022 from Tino Kuban is a Pinot Noir from Burgundy, whole-cluster fermented with native yeasts and aged in large Stockinger barrels. It opens with juicy cherry and raspberry, fine spice, a mineral backbone, and an elegant, precise structure.
Drinking recommendation: If you don’t mind a little reduction in a red wine from now on, if not 2026.
Box 2:
La Ferme de la Sansonnière – La Rosée 2024 (Rose)
La Rosée 2024 from La Ferme de la Sansonnière comes from Anjou in the Loire, made almost entirely from Grolleau Gris with a small touch of Cabernet Sauvignon. Farmed biodynamically and fermented naturally with minimal intervention, it shows bright red berry fruit, hints of stone fruit, subtle herbal notes, and a refreshing acidity.
Drinking recommendation: From NOW on.
Tino Kuban – La Terre Rosé EC 2022 (Rose)
La Terre Rosé EC 2022 from Tino Kuban’s Maison Glandien is a Burgundy rosé made mainly from Pinot Noir with a touch of Aligoté. Whole-cluster pressed and fermented with native yeasts, it shows a pale salmon color in the glass. The palate is bone-dry and driven by crisp acidity, with delicate notes of red berries, citrus zest, and a mineral edge that keeps it vibrant and focused. EC = Elevage courte
Drinking recommendation: From NOW on.
Box 3:
La Ferme de la Sansonnière, Vieilles Vignes des Blanderies 2022
Vieilles Vignes des Blanderies 2022 from La Ferme de la Sansonnière is a pure Chenin Blanc from Anjou, sourced from old vines planted in 1949 on silica-rich schist soils. Fermented naturally and aged in large used barrels, it shows remarkable tension and depth. The wine opens with preserved lemon, quince, and white flowers, carried by a striking minerality and razor-sharp acidity.
Drinking recommendation: From NOW on.
Tino Kuban – L’Atmosphère Rouge 2023 (Pinot Noir)
Tino Kuban’s L’Atmosphère Rouge 2023 is a Pinot Noir from his Maison Glandien project, grown in the 0.7-hectare monopole “Clos des Roches” in Aluze. The vines are densely planted and about 15 years old, all farmed biodynamically. Hand-harvested with extremely low yields (around 10–15 hl/ha), the grapes undergo a 20–25 day whole-cluster fermentation in small vats, with the first pigeage only after 10 days and no remontage applied. After pressing, the wine is aged for 19 months in new 228-liter Stockinger barrels, with a light addition of sulfur (40–50 mg/l) at bottling.
Drinking recommendation: From 2026 on.
Box 4:
La Ferme de la Sansonnière, Coteau du Houet 2022 (Chenin)
Coteau du Houet 2022 from La Ferme de la Sansonnière is a Chenin Blanc from Anjou, grown on slopes once part of the historic Bonnezeaux vineyards. The old vines, farmed biodynamically, deliver very low yields, resulting in a wine of striking concentration. Naturally fermented and aged in used barrels, it shows ripe orchard fruit, honeyed notes, and a stony, saline minerality. A fine balance of richness and freshness gives it both immediate charm and long aging potential.
Drinking recommendation: From NOW on.
Tino Kuban – La Lumière Blanc 2023 (Chardonnay)
La Lumière Blanc 2023 comes from Tino Kuban’s own Domaine Les Jardins Vivants vineyards, The grapes are farmed organically and treated differently from his Maison Glandien wines. The result is the vibrant energy, preserve purity and a beautiful popcorn reducution. On the palate, it’s all about incredible tension, layered complexity, and a thrillingly long finish.
Drinking recommendation: From 2026 on.
Box 5:
La Ferme de la Sansonnière, L’Abbé Daudière 2023
L’Abbé Daudière 2023 from La Ferme de la Sansonnière is a Chenin Blanc sourced from a biodynamically farmed plot in Thouarcé. The vineyard lies between La Lune and Les Fouchardes, planted on a blend of shale, clay, and silica soils, and was managed organically for over two decades. The grapes are pressed using a traditional vertical press, then naturally fermented and aged for 18 months in demi-muids before bottling, unfiltered. This Chenin delivers a gorgeous balance of purity and substance, with lifted orchard fruit and citrus notes, underlined by vivid acidity and saline mineral tones.
Drinking recommendation: From 2026 on.
Tino Kuban – La Lumière Rouge 2023 (Pinot Noir)
The 2023 La Lumière Rouge Pinot Noir by Tino Kuban is and-harvested, wild yeast fermented, and aged in new Stockinger barrels, it bursts with vibrant cherry, raspberry, and mineral notes. Fresh, energetic, and elegantly structured, this Pinot delivers wild finesse and soulful depth in every sip. Its made from the domaine vineyards from Les Jardins Vivants!
Drinking recommendation: Drom 2026 on.
Drop 11 - Outside
Tino Kuban & Alessandro Salvan
Alessandro Salvano is a maverick in the world of Piedmontese winemaking, a region steeped in tradition yet often bound by rules. Salvano doesn’t just follow the path of Barolo — he steps outside of it. His vineyard, located just outside the official Barolo zone, sits on the same prestigious soils, but the philosophy is a world apart. With his DWNL (Drink Wines Not Labels) mantra, Salvano seeks to let the Nebbiolo grape speak for itself, without the weight of tradition or the interference of modern winemaking techniques. He embraces the purity and transparency of the wine, crafting each bottle with minimal intervention — using whole-cluster fermentation and native yeasts. For him, it’s not about showing off a label; it’s about letting the essence of the grape shine, much like the unadorned, elegant wines of Burgundy. Salvano is rewriting the story of Barolo, one bottle at a time, and the result is something truly unique.
Tino Kuban is an emerging star in Burgundy, redefining négociant winemaking with his Domaine Maison Glandien. With a strong focus on quality and innovation, Kuban works with old vines and employs biodynamic and organic farming practices. His wines are known for their structure, precision, and remarkable finesse, reflecting both the influence of Burgundy and his unique touch
Outside 2021 by Alessandro Salvano
Outside 2021 is not just a wine; it’s a statement. A bold departure from the conventions of Barolo, it’s a wine born at the edge of the region — quite literally, just outside the official Barolo zone. The vines here sit on the same prized soils and face the same sun-drenched exposures, yet the wine takes a different path. Made with minimal intervention, Salvano’s Outside is an expression of what Nebbiolo can be when it’s allowed to speak without the constraints of tradition. With whole-cluster fermentation and native yeasts, it has an honesty and transparency that lets the purity of the grape shine through. There’s no makeup, no artifice — just the essence of Nebbiolo, in all its delicate beauty. This is a wine that invites you to rethink what Barolo (and Nebbiolo) can be, offering an unpolished, raw glimpse into the grape’s true soul.
Drinking recommendation: NOW
Les Roches Rouge 2023 by Tino Kuban
Les Roches Rouge 2023 is a wine of remarkable tension and structure. Sourced from 70-year-old Pinot Noir vines in the Clos de la Roche, nestled between Santenay and Mercurey, it carries the weight of history and the precision of modern winemaking. The clay-limestone soils of this iconic Burgundy vineyard impart a mineral clarity, while the wine’s fine balance between fruit, acidity, and structure reveals a depth that lingers long after the last sip. The 2023 vintage is youthful yet poised, with a quiet strength that comes from old vines and careful, organic farming. Every glass is a reminder of the timeless elegance of Burgundy’s terroir, but with an energy that feels fresh and alive.
Drinking recommendation: END OF 26 or DECANTE it!
Le Freddie Rouge 2023 by Tino Kuban
Le Freddie Rouge 2023 tells a different side of Burgundy, one marked by darker fruits and deep complexity. Coming from the marl-rich slopes of Mercurey, this wine is built from 70-year-old vines that yield a Pinot Noir with a rich, layered character. The nose is inviting, with dark berries and earthy notes that lead into a palate of velvety tannins and a vibrant, almost electric energy. There’s a certain elegance to this wine, a finesse that is signature to Tino’s hand, yet it carries a depth that suggests the potential for aging. Le Freddie Rouge is a wine that reveals itself slowly, with each sip bringing new layers of flavor, from the fruit to the subtle spice and mineral undertones. It’s Burgundy at its best — both graceful and complex, yet always approachable.
Drinking recommendation: END OF 26 or DECANTE it!
Drop 12 - Les 3 Amis
Jeremy Carteret, Tino Kuban & Isabel Claire
Jérémy Carteret grew up surrounded by vineyards and worked with respected names such as Benjamin Leroux and Domaine du Comte Armand before starting his own project in the Hautes-Côtes de Beaune. His approach is minimalist: whole-cluster fermentations, native yeasts, and no additives. His wines, like his Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Euphoria, show purity and freshness while keeping a clear Burgundian identity.
Tino Kuban, originally from Berlin, trained and worked in some of the world’s most diverse regions — from South Africa and New Zealand to the Rhône and the Jura — before settling in Burgundy. With Maison Glandien and Les Jardins Vivants, he focuses on biodynamic farming, low yields, and precise, transparent winemaking. His wines are expressive yet refined, showing how curiosity and discipline can meet in the glass.
Isabel Claire (Isabel Zentgraf) found her way to wine after a first career in a completely different field. She trained and worked at Maison Glandien and Les Jardins Vivants, where she learned hands-on winemaking and vineyard work in Meursault and Mercurey. In 2023, she produced her first Pinot Noir from 60-year-old vines in Mercurey — a small, elegant expression of Burgundy made with care and respect for the vineyard.
Jérémy Carteret – “Euphoria” (Hautes-Côtes de Beaune)
From a tiny 0.40-hectare organic plot in Fussey, Euphoria shows what Burgundy can be in the hands of a precise and thoughtful winemaker. Fermented with 100% whole clusters and aged partly in seasoned barrels and a 600L clay jar, the wine combines energy, texture, and transparency. Minimal sulfur and hand bottling underline Carteret’s artisanal approach. Vibrant, pure, and expressive, Euphoria represents a modern yet deeply authentic vision of Pinot Noir.
Drinking recommendation: END OF 26 or DECANTE it!
Tino Kuban – “L’Ouverture Rosé” 2024 (Maison Glandien)
Tino Kuban’s L’Ouverture Rosé is crafted with the same care and intensity as his Pinot Noirs. Made from Côte Chalonnaise fruit harvested early in the morning, it’s fermented naturally with indigenous yeasts and aged in seasoned oak from Les Jardins Vivants. The result is a rosé that’s both vibrant and textural — a wine of precision, complexity, and elegance. Minimal intervention highlights its purity, placing it among the most refined and ambitious rosés in Burgundy.
Drinking recommendation: NOW
Isabel Claire – “Claire” 2024 (Mercurey)
The second vintage of Isabel Claire’s Pinot Noir comes from 60-year-old, organically farmed vines in Mercurey. Naturally low yields give concentration and depth, while gentle fermentation and aging in used oak preserve freshness and finesse. Aromas of red berries, violets, and subtle spice unfold with a mineral backbone. The wine is delicate yet structured, showing both authenticity and charm — a deeply personal expression of Isabel’s thoughtful style and respect for terroir.
Drinking recommendation: END OF 26
Drop 13 - R | R RUTHLESSLY REMARKABLE
La Rogerie & Rings Winery
La Rogerie is a young, family-run Champagne house founded by Justine Boxler and François Petit, connecting Alsatian roots with the chalky terroirs of Avize, Oger, and Cramant. They farm organically and focus on living soils, crafting Champagnes that are elegant, mineral, and pure. Their wines express both tradition and a fresh, modern sensibility — precise, balanced, and deeply tied to place.
Weingut Rings, led by brothers Andreas and Steffen Rings in Freinsheim (Pfalz), has become one of Germany’s most respected producers. They work organically and meticulously in the vineyards, believing great wine starts with healthy soil. Their Rieslings, Pinot Noirs, and sparkling wines show clarity, structure, and vitality, capturing the cool energy of the limestone-rich Pfalz.
La Rogerie “Bourg/Sud” Réserve Perpétuelle 18–22
This Blanc de Blancs is made entirely from Grand Cru Chardonnay grown in Avize and Oger on the Côte des Blancs. Produced using the réserve perpétuelle method that blends wines from 2018 to 2022, it’s fermented partly in oak and aged for several years on the lees. The vineyards are organically and biodynamically farmed, emphasizing soil vitality, biodiversity, and manual vineyard care. The wine reflects both the finesse of its chalk terroir and La Rogerie’s detailed craftsmanship.
La Rogerie “Chemin de Chalons” 2020
A Grand Cru Chardonnay from Avize and Cramant, grown on deep chalk soils. Fermented and aged for 11 months in 228-liter French oak barrels, then aged around 48 months on the lees before release. The vineyard management follows organic principles with low yields and precise handwork. Only about 2,200 bottles were produced, making this a limited and highly site-expressive cuvée.
La Rogerie “Champ Bouton” 2020
A single-vineyard Grand Cru Chardonnay from Avize, sourced from a 0.35-hectare parcel of old vines rooted in very shallow chalk. Farmed organically and entirely by hand, the wine is fermented in oak and aged long on the lees (around 48 months).
Rings “Calcaire” 2020
Produced by Weingut Rings in Freinsheim (northern Pfalz, Germany), this wine comes from limestone-rich vineyards that define its character. It’s grown organically, with low yields and careful soil management. Fermentation occurs partly in large oak casks (Stückfass and Doppelstückfass) and partly in steel, resulting in a more oxidative, textured style that highlights structure and depth rather than primary fruit. The wine represents Rings’ philosophy of precision through natural, expressive winemaking rooted in limestone terroir.
Drop 14 - SAME GRAVITY. DIFFERENT ALTITUDE
Thibault & Alizée Tassin, Winery Seckinger
In the Côte des Bar, Thibault and Alizée farm a single family hectare in Celles-sur-Ource, launching their own label in 2019. Biodynamics, handwork and wild fermentations guide everything; old barrels and zero dosage keep the wines raw and honest. Tiny yields and even tinier volumes make their Champagne feel deeply personal — precise, bright and shaped by the quiet devotion behind every bottle.
In Niederkirchen, the Seckinger brothers farm 14 hectares across the Pfalz, working organically and biodynamically since founding the estate in 2012. Spontaneous fermentations, long lees aging and a fearless low-intervention mindset shape their wines. Riesling, Pinot and Burgunder varieties become tense, salty, energetic expressions of the Mittelhaardt — bottles that feel alive, uncompromising and rooted in their rugged soils.
Drop 15
La Rogerie & Rings Winery
La Rogerie is a young, family-run Champagne house founded by Justine Boxler and François Petit, connecting Alsatian roots with the chalky terroirs of Avize, Oger, and Cramant. They farm organically and focus on living soils, crafting Champagnes that are elegant, mineral, and pure. Their wines express both tradition and a fresh, modern sensibility — precise, balanced, and deeply tied to place.
Weingut Rings, led by brothers Andreas and Steffen Rings in Freinsheim (Pfalz), has become one of Germany’s most respected producers. They work organically and meticulously in the vineyards, believing great wine starts with healthy soil. Their Rieslings, Pinot Noirs, and sparkling wines show clarity, structure, and vitality, capturing the cool energy of the limestone-rich Pfalz.
La Rogerie “Bourg/Sud” Réserve Perpétuelle 18–22
This Blanc de Blancs is made entirely from Grand Cru Chardonnay grown in Avize and Oger on the Côte des Blancs. Produced using the réserve perpétuelle method that blends wines from 2018 to 2022, it’s fermented partly in oak and aged for several years on the lees. The vineyards are organically and biodynamically farmed, emphasizing soil vitality, biodiversity, and manual vineyard care. The wine reflects both the finesse of its chalk terroir and La Rogerie’s detailed craftsmanship.
La Rogerie “Chemin de Chalons” 2020
A Grand Cru Chardonnay from Avize and Cramant, grown on deep chalk soils. Fermented and aged for 11 months in 228-liter French oak barrels, then aged around 48 months on the lees before release. The vineyard management follows organic principles with low yields and precise handwork. Only about 2,200 bottles were produced, making this a limited and highly site-expressive cuvée.
La Rogerie “Champ Bouton” 2020
A single-vineyard Grand Cru Chardonnay from Avize, sourced from a 0.35-hectare parcel of old vines rooted in very shallow chalk. Farmed organically and entirely by hand, the wine is fermented in oak and aged long on the lees (around 48 months).
Rings “Calcaire” 2020
Produced by Weingut Rings in Freinsheim (northern Pfalz, Germany), this wine comes from limestone-rich vineyards that define its character. It’s grown organically, with low yields and careful soil management. Fermentation occurs partly in large oak casks (Stückfass and Doppelstückfass) and partly in steel, resulting in a more oxidative, textured style that highlights structure and depth rather than primary fruit. The wine represents Rings’ philosophy of precision through natural, expressive winemaking rooted in limestone terroir.