{"title":"Domaine Christophe Pacalet","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003ePhilosophy: \"The Art of Doing Nothing\" (or almost nothing)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eChristophe Pacalet does not own all of his vineyards; he is what is called a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003ehigh fashion merchant-breeder\u003c\/b\u003eHe selects plots of vieilles vignes from partner winegrowers who share its ethics: no chemical fertilizers, no pesticides, and rigorous soil work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Wine:\u003c\/b\u003e His doctrine is one of non-intervention. No chemical yeasts, no sulfur (or very little at bottling), no fining or filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Objective:\u003c\/b\u003e To obtain the purest possible \"fermented grape juice\", which is the exact mirror of the granite or schist from which it comes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA Journey Through the Wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTHE domaine Christophe Pacalet's wines stand out for their ability to offer a comprehensive interpretation of Beaujolais. He vinifies several crus, each with a strong identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWinemaking: The Traditional Beaujolais Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eChristophe Pacalet remains faithful to the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003ecarbonic maceration\u003c\/b\u003e (or semi-carbonic) typical of the region, but taken to its highest level of excellence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhole Harvest:\u003c\/b\u003e The bunches are placed whole in the vat, without being crushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCold fermentation:\u003c\/b\u003e Indigenous yeasts (naturally present on the skin of the grape) are used. Fermentation starts inside the grape itself, which produces these vibrant fruit aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLivestock farming:\u003c\/b\u003e The wines are aged in Burgundy barrels (casks that have held several wines) for 6 to 11 months. This softens the tannins without ever imparting oaky character to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThe Pacalet Style: \"Glug-glug\" and Elegance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eTasting a wine from Christophe Pacalet is often an experience of immediacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinkability:\u003c\/b\u003e These are very fresh wines, what are colloquially called \"thirst-quenching wines\" (or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eglug-glug\u003c\/i\u003e), but with a surprising aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDigestion:\u003c\/b\u003e The absence of chemicals makes these wines particularly easy to drink and vibrant. They evolve in the glass, opening up to notes of flowers, spices, and fresh fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting advice:\u003c\/b\u003e Christophe Pacalet's wines are best served slightly chilled (around 14°C). 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