Xavier Vignon Arcane VI Les Amoureux Cotes du Rhone 2016

Xavier embraces the concept of "reserve wines," akin to Champagne, expertly uniting wines from multiple vintages for select cuvées. Hailing from Picardy, he cultivated a passion for mathematics, agronomy, and geology early on, eventually pursuing a scientific career as an oenologist– he considers himself an alchemist just as much as he does a winemaker. His journey through French wine regions, particularly Champagne and Bordeaux, ignited his fascination with blending. Xavier's global exploration led to vinifications in both the northern and southern hemispheres, shaping his understanding of modern production methods. Choosing the path of an independent consultant, he immersed himself in the Rhône region. There,  Xavier's pioneering spirit drove him to experiment with innovative techniques and prioritize sustainability, with nearly 70% of his wines now organic certified. In addition to his consultancy work, Xavier Vignon owns approximately thirty hectares of vines, where he employs innovative winemaking methods and masterful blending techniques.

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