Domaine Dandelion Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Sur La Plage 2023 King Valley Isabelle and Jean-Yves Vantey farm

Isabelle and Jean-Yves Vantey farm six hectares of certified biodynamic vineyards in Maranges

cool and fluid

no sulphur during fermentation (he uses sulphur at racking and bottling) and only one battonage after the fermentation has finished

Situated in a shell-like depression next to the River Ebro which serves as a border with Rioja Alavesa (the part of the Rioja appellation region belonging to the Basque Country)

Domaine Dandelion Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Sur La Plage 2023 King Valley Isabelle and Jean-Yves Vantey farmThe Wine The 2023 vintage was excellent in the Hautes Ctes near Mavilly. This particular bottling comes from the 'Vigne de Rose' vineyard, planted in the 1950s and located close to the village. The soil here is unique, a blend of sandstone, clay, and limestone. The vineyard is south facing, surrounded by forest, and dotted with plenty of cows. Organic & no sulphur used in the fermentation or bottling. No tractors used in the vineyard rows. Subtle and