Giachino Giac Potes Mondeuse/Gamay Vin du Savoie 2023

 Country: France

Region: Savoie

Type: Red Wine

Grape: Mondeuse/Gamay

A number of centuries ago, the Giachino family began farming vines on this terroir in the Savoie region of France, to supplement the cereals, nuts and fruits they were already farming. In 1988, Frédéric Giachino took over these 1.5ha of vines that his grandfather had maintained and dedicated himself to wine production. Over the years, the farming evolved until it became completely organic in 2006, the same year his brother David joined the domaine. Biodynamics soon followed. They initially worked with the familiar local varieties of Jacquère, Mondeuse, Gamay and Altesse. But the thinking here evolved as well, likely due to the friendship with Michel Grisard, who advocated for older varieties of the region. Soon Giachino began working with Persan, Etraire de la Duy, Mondeuse Blanche, Verdesse, etc.

In 2015, the friendship with Grissard yielded yet more fruit. Michel decided to retire from his iconic domaine, Prieuré Saint-Christophe. He selected the Giachino family to take over his vines and carry on the deep tradition he started.

Domaine Giachino's philosophy of sustainability and stewardship is considered with each decision and maintained throughout each part of the farming and winemaking process. The fact that the wines are so delicious is a bonus and also an affirmation that virtuous actions can lead to righteous wines.

Giac'Potes is a blend of Gamay and Mondeuse from the clay-limestone terroir of the foothills of Mont Granier. The vinification is gentle and in whole bunches to preserve the freshness and fluidity of the fruit. Aging is carried out on fine lees. Fresh and textured, with generous dark fruit, subtle tannins and a slightly savory finish.