Maison Stephan VdF Gamay 2024 Esthers Produced in the medieval town

Produced in the medieval town of Brive-la-Gaillarde in southern France

or as the backbone of a refreshing cocktail

but Manu Michelini -- of the Mendoza winemaking clan -- teamed up with Rioja native Carlos Fernandez in Labastida to farm old vines organically and biodynamically at around 600 meters

and drinkable in a way Nebbiolo rarely allows itself to be

Maison Stephan VdF Gamay 2024 Esthers Produced in the medieval townJean Michel Stephan is one of the only growers making natural wine across the board in Cote Rotie, working with zero added sulfur. With his son Romain he's expanded beyond the appellation into a more approachable Vin de France range, and this Gamay is part of that playful, drink now lineup. Light, fresh and unfussy, it captures the joyful, gluggable side of a producer better known for serious Syrah. Chill it down and pour freely.