Region: Languedoc, France
Grapes: 60% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Vermentino (Rolle)
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Fresh white flowers, ripe yellow apple, white peach, Meyer lemon zest, and exotic tropical fruits, with a smooth, rounded texture and a crisp, mineral-clean finish
Pairing: Fresh goat cheese, grilled sea bass, seafood paella, vegetable tempura, or continuous charcuterie boards
The Producer
Mas de Janiny is a historic, pioneer estate in the Languedoc region of Southern France, situated in the sunny village of Saint-Bauzille-de-la-Sylve. Run by the Julien family—brothers Jean-Hugues and Xavier alongside the next generation—the estate was an early champion of environmental stewardship, fully converting their vineyards to certified organic farming back in the 1980s. Surrounded by native Mediterranean scrubland (garrigue) on clay-limestone soils, the vines are nurtured naturally without synthetic fertilizers or chemical herbicides. In the cellar, the Julien family keeps intervention to a minimum: utilizing spontaneous wild yeast fermentations, gentle handling, and temperature-controlled stainless steel aging to craft authentic, food-friendly wines that deliver incredible value and pure Mediterranean soul.
The Wine
"C'est Bien Comme Ça!" Blanc (translating plays on "It's fine just like this!") is a delightfully smooth, bright white blend crafted for easy, unpretentious everyday enjoyment. Combining 60% Sauvignon Blanc for its vibrant citrus acidity and aromatic high-notes with 40% Vermentino (Rolle) for its lush, sunny stone-fruit weight and subtle herbal depth, the grapes are sourced from 35-year-old organically farmed vines planted in chalky clay soils. Fermented spontaneously with native yeasts and aged in stainless steel to preserve maximum fruit clarity and energy, the wine is bottled with minimal handling. The 2025 vintage bursts with pure Southern French vitality; it masterfully pairs an aromatic bouquet of white blossoms, orchard fruit, and tropical hints with a lively, thirst-quenching palate and a long, crisp finish.
Region: Languedoc, France
Grapes: 60% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Vermentino (Rolle)
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Fresh white flowers, ripe yellow apple, white peach, Meyer lemon zest, and exotic tropical fruits, with a smooth, rounded texture and a crisp, mineral-clean finish
Pairing: Fresh goat cheese, grilled sea bass, seafood paella, vegetable tempura, or continuous charcuterie boards
The Producer
Mas de Janiny is a historic, pioneer estate in the Languedoc region of Southern France, situated in the sunny village of Saint-Bauzille-de-la-Sylve. Run by the Julien family—brothers Jean-Hugues and Xavier alongside the next generation—the estate was an early champion of environmental stewardship, fully converting their vineyards to certified organic farming back in the 1980s. Surrounded by native Mediterranean scrubland (garrigue) on clay-limestone soils, the vines are nurtured naturally without synthetic fertilizers or chemical herbicides. In the cellar, the Julien family keeps intervention to a minimum: utilizing spontaneous wild yeast fermentations, gentle handling, and temperature-controlled stainless steel aging to craft authentic, food-friendly wines that deliver incredible value and pure Mediterranean soul.
The Wine
"C'est Bien Comme Ça!" Blanc (translating plays on "It's fine just like this!") is a delightfully smooth, bright white blend crafted for easy, unpretentious everyday enjoyment. Combining 60% Sauvignon Blanc for its vibrant citrus acidity and aromatic high-notes with 40% Vermentino (Rolle) for its lush, sunny stone-fruit weight and subtle herbal depth, the grapes are sourced from 35-year-old organically farmed vines planted in chalky clay soils. Fermented spontaneously with native yeasts and aged in stainless steel to preserve maximum fruit clarity and energy, the wine is bottled with minimal handling. The 2025 vintage bursts with pure Southern French vitality; it masterfully pairs an aromatic bouquet of white blossoms, orchard fruit, and tropical hints with a lively, thirst-quenching palate and a long, crisp finish.
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.