Lubie Vin de France Rouge 2022 (0.75l)

Victor and Antonin Coulon, the new generation of winemakers at Domaine de Beaurenard, produce a very natural, clear, and fruit-forward style in their "Famille Coulon" line, all of which is biodynamic and Demeter-certified. The Lubie is one of them: Cinsault and Grenache Noir fermented and aged in amphorae, with around 50% stalks, then long maceration, bottled unfiltered and entirely without sulfites. Spicy and zesty on the nose, with a sea of ​​red and black fruit, radiating fresh and juicy from the glass with heaps of plum and cherry, but also plenty of blackberry, wild strawberry, and raspberry. The fresh, dark fruit rushes across the palate, then the tannins emerge, completely coating the mouth; the long maceration becomes noticeable. The aging in amphorae also influences the wine in a very characteristic way; Incredibly fresh and twirling on the tongue, the Lubie vibrates, is lively and vibrant, almost sparkling on the palate. Underpinned by a subtle saltiness and tart, dark spice notes, this is a wonderfully refreshing and invigorating natural wine from the Southern Rhône, which the Lubie interprets quite differently.