2023 Franck Besson "Rosé Granit", Beaujolais, FranceABOUT THIS WINE 100% Gamay from vines over 40 years old with steep southern exposure in pink granite soils. 350 meters elevation. Hand harvested. Direct, whole cluster pressing of grapes, 6 12 hours skin contact with first fermentation in stainless steel tank for the vin de base. Traditional method vinification and aged 12 months on wooden pupitre at the estate. Riddling for 12 days. 10g l dosage. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Iconoclastic vigneron Franck

Petite Bouschet

The first "Reserva" was bottled by the founder as long ago as 1890

endowing the grapes with exceptional personality within the Pauillac appellation

At this high elevation the grapes are picked in November

Giuseppe began making wine from his third single vineyard

With a focus on sustainable and organic farming

8 mm thin blade allows precise and sharp cuts

intentional knife marks are created by a master craftsman to replicate the look of authentic originals

Harvest between August 30 and September 12

after which time it is pressed

typically using whole clusters

focusing on small lots of Pinot Noir