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TOMORROWS WINE
$47.99
Country: France
Region: Savoie
Type: Pet-Nat
Grape: Jacquère/Mondeuse
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.
On the nose, this pet-nat opens up with fresh and delicate aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, and pear. Dry, crisp, and refreshing on the palate, the high acidity of the lean Jacquère grape variety is beautifully balanced with the soft bubbles. Minerality comes through on the palate, adding an extra layer of complexity and a lingering finish.
