Domaine des Grottes
Domaine des Grottes
AboutDomaine des Grottes
Romain des Grottes established Domaine des Grottes at Saint-Étienne-des-Oullières in 2001, building a mixed farm around vineyards in southern Beaujolais. The farm is certified organic, with trees, hedges, cereals, medicinal plants and a market garden alongside the vines.
Romain uses herbal teas and fermented plant extracts in the vineyard and keeps copper use low. The wines ferment with native yeasts, and the cellar makes use of manual pressing and amphora. Romain also makes sparkling alcohol-free drinks from fruit and herbs.
Domaine des Grottes L’Antidote Sparkling Gamay
French Non-Alcoholic
$29.99
Bright Gamay fruit gives the drink a juicy red-berry core, while apple and lemon bring lift and definition. Ginger adds a gentle warming edge, and a savoury weave of rosemary, verbena and other vineyard herbs keeps the natural fruit sweetness in check. Fine bubbles make the palate lively and refreshing, leading to a clean, botanical finish. Serve well chilled as an aperitif or alongside charcuterie, fresh cheese and vegetable dishes.