from a family operation in Dijon that's been making liqueurs since 1836—now in its sixth generation under Vincent and Claire Briottet
often with savory or spicy accents such as pepper and BBQ
Microcosmico is the entry to the range: 100% Garnacha from 60+ year-old vines on slate and clay at 650-700m
Big format
and that elusive thing: a real value
Lise & Bertrand Jousset Petillant Naturel Rose Exile 2025 CRUSEBUB from a family operation inLise and Bertrand Jousset are among the Loire's most beloved natural growers, working biodynamically around Montlouis. Exile is their pet nat rose, a sparkling wine made the old fashioned way: bottled while still fermenting so the bubbles form naturally, no added yeast, no disgorging, nothing fussy. The result is joyful and a little wild, with bright red berry fruit, a gentle fizz, and a refreshing, dry leaning finish. This is summer afternoon, no