Region: Southwest France (Vin de France / Gaillac)
Grapes: 100% Duras
Body: Medium
Notes: Plums, dark forest fruits, tarragon, hint of black olive tapenade, subtle cedar, and an earthy, rustic finish balanced by structured tannins
Pairing: Classic cassoulet, grilled venison sausages, roasted duck breast, programmatic charcuterie boards, or hearty lentil stews
La Ferme du Vert (meaning "the green farm") is an authoritative, multi-generational estate situated on the scenic right bank of the Tarn River, bordering the ancient forest of Grésigne in Southwest France. Operated by dynamic third-generation vigneron Jérôme Galaup, the 10-hectare property functions as a fully integrated polycultural farm, balancing pristine vineyards with cattle ranching. Shifting intentionally away from the heavy-handed, industrial winemaking models of the late 20th century, Jérôme committed to strict organic farming and low-intervention cellar practices. By fostering deep soil biodiversity, using native wild yeasts, and bottling without industrial inputs, the domain crafts raw, deeply territorial expressions that honor the ancestral heritage of the Gaillac zone.
The 2020 "Cado Tsoun" is a profoundly soulful, texturally intricate red wine crafted entirely from Duras, an ancient grape variety indigenous to Southwest France. Sourced from 12-year-old vines rooted in a unique geological matrix of clay, iron, and limestone, the hand-harvested fruit yields high natural concentration. To optimize extraction and balance the grape's inherently rustic structure, Jérôme utilizes an innovative millefeuille (thousand-leaf cake) vinification technique, meticulously alternating layers of whole-cluster and destemmed fruit inside open-top vats. Spontaneously fermented with native yeasts and aged without wood manipulation, this zero-zero cuvée is bottled entirely unfined, unfiltered, and with no added sulfur. The resulting highly scannable vintage delivers a savory sensory profile, balancing an earthy, wild-berried core with complex herbal top notes and fine, food-friendly tannins.
Region: Southwest France (Vin de France / Gaillac)
Grapes: 100% Duras
Body: Medium
Notes: Plums, dark forest fruits, tarragon, hint of black olive tapenade, subtle cedar, and an earthy, rustic finish balanced by structured tannins
Pairing: Classic cassoulet, grilled venison sausages, roasted duck breast, programmatic charcuterie boards, or hearty lentil stews
La Ferme du Vert (meaning "the green farm") is an authoritative, multi-generational estate situated on the scenic right bank of the Tarn River, bordering the ancient forest of Grésigne in Southwest France. Operated by dynamic third-generation vigneron Jérôme Galaup, the 10-hectare property functions as a fully integrated polycultural farm, balancing pristine vineyards with cattle ranching. Shifting intentionally away from the heavy-handed, industrial winemaking models of the late 20th century, Jérôme committed to strict organic farming and low-intervention cellar practices. By fostering deep soil biodiversity, using native wild yeasts, and bottling without industrial inputs, the domain crafts raw, deeply territorial expressions that honor the ancestral heritage of the Gaillac zone.
The 2020 "Cado Tsoun" is a profoundly soulful, texturally intricate red wine crafted entirely from Duras, an ancient grape variety indigenous to Southwest France. Sourced from 12-year-old vines rooted in a unique geological matrix of clay, iron, and limestone, the hand-harvested fruit yields high natural concentration. To optimize extraction and balance the grape's inherently rustic structure, Jérôme utilizes an innovative millefeuille (thousand-leaf cake) vinification technique, meticulously alternating layers of whole-cluster and destemmed fruit inside open-top vats. Spontaneously fermented with native yeasts and aged without wood manipulation, this zero-zero cuvée is bottled entirely unfined, unfiltered, and with no added sulfur. The resulting highly scannable vintage delivers a savory sensory profile, balancing an earthy, wild-berried core with complex herbal top notes and fine, food-friendly tannins.
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.