This cuvée is drawn from two parcels of Gamay planted in Champdieu between 2007 and 2015. Dacite is a soil type unique to the Côtes du Forez. The rock is highly friable, with infertile, grainy soils and low clay content for the region. To bring more depth to the young vines, they were cropped at 30 hl/ha and the wine undergoes a brief maceration before aging in stainless steel.

Picked on the cusp of ripeness, it’s a snappy and juicy introduction to this grower and the Gamay of the Côtes du Forez. There’s supple dark cherry fruit, floral prettiness and a hint of smoke, while the slinky tannins suggest this will take well to a brief chill before serving.