meaning “esteemed” is Ameztoi’s limited release red txakoli

Freisa is notoriously hard to cultivate - and over time farmers shifted and focused on grapes that are less risky to grow

location or association for fear of other winemakers lining up for the few rows of Carignan amidst the bountiful Syrah

making complex wine with youthful energy

Fresh cherry spice

Jean Manciat Macon Charnay Franclieu, 2022 gelber muskateller meaning “esteemed” is Ameztoi’s limitedWinemaker Notes Considered by Jean Manciat to be his best site, Franclieu is an east facing parcel of 30 35 year old vines on a stony slope featuring clay limestone soils. As for all Manciat wines, whole clusters are harvested by hand, pressed directly and fermented with natural yeasts. The wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel tank; it is bottled with a light, non sterile filtration.