Now that Autumn has definitely arrived, we thought it time to put together a selection of natural wines fit for the season. Rich, comforting, warming, aromatic, sensual: these are the bottles we reach for at this time of year.
Lots of dark kirsch and raspberry fruit, with a waft of wild herbs, earth and dense, compact tannins. A great wine for with rustic cuisine Find out more.
RegionCorbiéres, Languedoc, France
GrapesCarignan, Grenache & Syrah
VineyardOrganic
CellarFermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites
At the fresher end of the Syrah-spectrum, with plenty of opulent, lip-smacking fruit. Lots of dusty blackcurrant on the nose, then glossy and vibrant in the glass. Generous and toothsome, propped up by a solid tannic backbone. Find out more.
RegionPuimisson, Languedoc, France
GrapesSyrah, Grenache & Carignan
VineyardBiodynamic
CellarFermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites
In keeping with the vintage, 2023 sees an abundance of blackcurrant fruit right upfront, giving way to those typically herb-flecked liquorice notes, fennel and clove. Find out more.
RegionValvignères, Ardèche, France
GrapesGrenache
VineyardOrganic
CellarFermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites
An even lighter maceration that usual to counter a hot, dry vintage. Supple, elegant blend of 70 year old Mourvèdre and Grenache, fermented and aged in amphora and barrels. Seriously limited quantities on this one this year. Find out more.
RegionPerpignan, Roussillon, France
GrapesMourvèdre & Grenache
VineyardOrganic
CellarFermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites