2018 Maison Roche de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge, Burgundy, FranceNicolas Potel purchased the 16th century estate in 2005. Domaine de Bellene is a 24 hectare (59 acre) estate, with parcels in the villages of Beaune, Nuits Saint Georges, Saint Roman, Santenay, Savigny les Beaune, Volnay and Vosne Romane. The focus is on expressive, terroir driven wines from old vines (35 100+ years old). The vineyards have been farmed according to biodynamic practices since 2006 and are now certified BIO. Furthermore, vinification is

With their Prestige

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The same principals as the Vera Branco applied: estate fruit only

Enderle & Moll uses them for 2-5 years before retiring them

which now covers 14 hectares under various appellations

These are essential for producing ciders of character

Adam is a superstar winemaker who knows every grower in the Valley

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Sangria is a symbol of life and family and togetherness

The warmth during harvest is reflected in the wine with the fruit notes driving the profile

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which is organic