Producer Profile

Josette y Michel

Domaine Josette et Michel is a natural wine producer founded in 2022 by Jeanne and Philippe “Fifi” Essome. Located in Mont-Roc, a village in the Tarn region of southern France, the domaine sits at an elevation of 600 meters in the Montagne Noire, near the Monts de Lacaune and the Haut Languedoc Natural Park. This high-altitude terroir contributes to the freshness and elegance of their wines.

Jeanne, with roots in Burgundy, has a deep connection to winemaking, while Fifi gained experience in the U.S. as a pioneer in the natural wine movement, co-founding "The Ten Bells" in New York. Initially working with purchased organic grapes, they began planting their own vineyard in 2023, with future estate wines expected in the coming years. Their winemaking approach emphasizes minimal intervention,

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Where The Wines Come From

Roussillon

In the rugged landscapes of Roussillon, natural winemaking is a testament to the region's wild beauty and rich viticultural heritage. Tucked away in the southeastern corner of France, bordering Spain and the Mediterranean Sea, Roussillon boasts a diverse terroir of rocky hillsides, sun-drenched plains, and coastal breezes. Here, amidst ancient vineyards, winemakers embrace organic and biodynamic farming practices, cultivating indigenous grape varieties such as Grenache Noir, Carignan, and Mourvèdre with care and respect for the land. In the cellar, minimal intervention is the guiding principle, with spontaneous fermentations and aging in neutral vessels allowing the true expression of the grapes and terroir to shine through. The resulting natural wines from Roussillon are a reflection of the region's rugged beauty, with their bold flavors, intense aromas, and a sense of place that captures the spirit of this enchanting corner of France.