Pasta with ragù, charcuterie, mild cheeses, grilled vegetables, roast chicken

Red cherry, raspberry, violet, clove, dried herbs, earthy minerality, structured tannins

Varietal

Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera

Vintage:

• 2024

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Chianti , Italy

Poggiosecco, located in the Montalbano Hills of Chianti, Tuscany, is a certified organic (since 2004) and biodynamic (since 2009) winery run by Marco Filipello and Giuseppe Pluchino. The 12-hectare estate primarily cultivates Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet, along with smaller amounts of Malvasia, Vermentino, and Canaiolo. Their winemaking is based on biodynamic principles, using spontaneous fermentation, aging in concrete vats or oak barrels, and minimal intervention with no fining or filtration. Founded in 1967, the estate focuses on producing authentic Chianti wines that reflect their chalk and sandstone soils. The wines are bright, with rich fruit flavors, fine tannins, and a natural balance, making them ideal for pairing with a variety of Tuscan and Mediterranean dishes.

Charcuterie, grilled sausages, roast chicken, tomato-based dishes, picnic fare

Red berries, crushed raspberry, light spice, floral notes, soft tannins, bright acidity

Varietal:

Grenache, Syrah

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 11.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Roussillon, France

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,

A chorizo flatbread, manchego cheese, or cauliflower steaks

A light body with notes of strawberry, tart cherry, violets, forest floor, and traces of leather and pepper. Soft tannins and a refreshing acidity

Varietal:

Syrah, Merlot, Carignan

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Jura, France

Alice Bouvot proudly owns 5 hectares of vineyards in the Arbois region of the Jura. Beginning her domaine in 2005 with just 2 hectares, Alice gradually acquired small plots over the years, expanding her production. Some of our most cherished winery visits are with Alice and her delightful sons. Beyond her warmth, the vineyards themselves exude vibrancy. L’Octavin is now Demeter biodynamic certified, and Alice wholeheartedly conveys this ethos. Embracing a holistic approach, wild grasses, weeds, insects, and animals coexist harmoniously within their vines, creating a rich ecosystem that imparts deeper meaning to each glass of her wine.