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Debut d’Abus 2023 Maison Chastagnol

Original price was: 20,00 €.Current price is: 17,90 €.

Year	2023
Manufacturer
Format	75 Cl
Typology	Red Wine
Grape Variety	Grenache
Origin	Francia
Label	Indigenous Yeast, Natural, Steel

Description
Manufacturer

Maison Chastagnol – Début d’Abus 2023

Freshness and finesse from pure Grenache

Vineyard philosophy

Début d’Abus 2023 is made from 100% Grenache grapes, manually harvested with great care in the Rhône Valley. This cuvée reflects the estate’s minimal-intervention approach, emphasizing freshness and purity of fruit. The grapes undergo partial destemming, then spontaneous fermentation driven by indigenous yeasts.

Winemaking

Vinification and aging take place in tanks, allowing the Grenache to fully express its aromatic clarity and textural softness. The goal is a wine that remains delicate, bright, and light-bodied, with no masking from oak or additives.

Tasting notes

Pale red in color, the nose reveals fresh red fruits like wild cherry and pomegranate. On the palate, the wine is light and juicy, with notes of maraschino cherry and grenadine, supported by a lively acidity. Tannins are gentle and almost imperceptible, making for a smooth, easy-drinking profile.

Pairings & service

Ideal with charcuterie, grilled vegetables, or Mediterranean small plates. Serve slightly chilled at 14–16°C to enhance its freshness and vibrant character.

Tech sheet

Producer: Maison Chastagnol
Vintage: 2023
Grape: 100% Grenache
Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, partial destemming
Aging: In tank
Alcohol: ~12%
Service temperature: 14–16°C
Filtration: Unfiltered
Production: Limited

Maison Chastagnol – Natural wines from the Drôme: depth and drinkability

Maison Chastagnol is the artisanal project of Jérôme Chastagnol, a winemaker with no inherited land but a clear vision: to craft wines that are authentic, expressive, and accessible, with full respect for nature, fruit, and terroir. Located in the heart of the Drôme, southern Rhône Valley, Jérôme sources organic grapes from trusted local growers.

A journey built through hands-on experience

Before starting his own label, Jérôme trained with some of France’s most respected natural winemakers: Sylvain Bock in Ardèche, Tripoz in Mâconnais, and Yvon Métras in Beaujolais. These experiences shaped his low-intervention yet precise approach, with a strong focus on letting the vineyard speak through the wine.

Troglodyte cellar and minimal-intervention winemaking

Maison Chastagnol operates from a striking troglodyte cellar, a former quarry in Saint-Restitut, shared with two other producers. Grapes are hand-harvested and partially destemmed before undergoing spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts. Aging takes place in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and clarity of fruit.

Wines of clarity, generosity, and natural elegance

Jérôme’s wines strike a fine balance between drinkability and complexity. They are clean, bright, and fruity, with delicate tannins and a naturally vibrant profile. Sulfur use is minimal and only when necessary, to respect the purity of each vintage and varietal.