Region: Alsace, France (Vin de France)
Grapes: Carignan, Syrah, Grenache Noir, Cinsault, Muscat d'Alexandrie
Body: Light
Notes: Bright red cherry, wild blackberry, hint of stone fruit, white pepper, subtle orange blossom lift, earthy undertones, light carbonated prickle
Pairing: Charcuterie boards, roasted chicken, tomato-based tapas, pork loin, lightly chilled backyard sips
Pépin is a brilliant, cooperative négociant project born in Alsace, spearheaded by brothers Jean and Pierre Dietrich of the acclaimed Domaine Achillée alongside wine consultants Xavier Couturier and Pierre Sanchez. The concept is pure community: they partner with independent, organically or biodynamically farming vignerons across France to provide a stable platform for making accessible, zero-sulfite natural wines. Because it is a collaborative project that depends on small-batch parcels, the exact blend morphs with each bottling, but the overarching focus remains tethered to maximum freshness, high drinkability, and absolute low-intervention purity.
This 2021 Rouge breaks all conventional rules by marrying structural southern French red varieties with a tiny splash of aromatic white juice. The Syrah and Carignan undergo a whole-cluster co-fermentation in stainless steel tanks, while the Grenache Noir and Cinsault are crushed and fermented separately. To add a burst of high-toned, summery energy, a 10% splash of directly pressed Muscat d'Alexandrie is woven into the blend. Fermented natively with wild yeasts and bottled completely unfined, unfiltered, and with absolutely zero added sulfur, it has a faint, natural carbonic spritz that emphasizes its "glou-glou" identity. Complete with playful label art by iconic natural wine illustrator Michel Tolmer, this is a juicy, crunchy, and endlessly vibrant light red explicitly designed to be thrown in the fridge and poured with a chill.
Region: Alsace, France (Vin de France)
Grapes: Carignan, Syrah, Grenache Noir, Cinsault, Muscat d'Alexandrie
Body: Light
Notes: Bright red cherry, wild blackberry, hint of stone fruit, white pepper, subtle orange blossom lift, earthy undertones, light carbonated prickle
Pairing: Charcuterie boards, roasted chicken, tomato-based tapas, pork loin, lightly chilled backyard sips
Pépin is a brilliant, cooperative négociant project born in Alsace, spearheaded by brothers Jean and Pierre Dietrich of the acclaimed Domaine Achillée alongside wine consultants Xavier Couturier and Pierre Sanchez. The concept is pure community: they partner with independent, organically or biodynamically farming vignerons across France to provide a stable platform for making accessible, zero-sulfite natural wines. Because it is a collaborative project that depends on small-batch parcels, the exact blend morphs with each bottling, but the overarching focus remains tethered to maximum freshness, high drinkability, and absolute low-intervention purity.
This 2021 Rouge breaks all conventional rules by marrying structural southern French red varieties with a tiny splash of aromatic white juice. The Syrah and Carignan undergo a whole-cluster co-fermentation in stainless steel tanks, while the Grenache Noir and Cinsault are crushed and fermented separately. To add a burst of high-toned, summery energy, a 10% splash of directly pressed Muscat d'Alexandrie is woven into the blend. Fermented natively with wild yeasts and bottled completely unfined, unfiltered, and with absolutely zero added sulfur, it has a faint, natural carbonic spritz that emphasizes its "glou-glou" identity. Complete with playful label art by iconic natural wine illustrator Michel Tolmer, this is a juicy, crunchy, and endlessly vibrant light red explicitly designed to be thrown in the fridge and poured with a chill.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.