This wine is made from old Gamay vines from the Auvergne region, grown on the basalt soils of Corent. Produced biodynamically using animal traction, it benefits from meticulous winemaking, including whole-cluster maceration and a year of aging in sandstone amphorae. The absence of added sulfites enhances the purity and integrity of the aromas. This wine offers an authentic experience where terroir and winemaking expertise come together in perfect harmony.
How to appreciate this wine?
Food and wine pairing tips
Service tips
Serve at 14° to 16°
Guarding potential
2 to 5 years
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Patrick Bouju - La Bohême
In the Puy-de-Dôme region, Patrick Bouju produces wines under the name La Bohême, using natural practices and relying on Gamay, Pinot Noir, and old grape varieties that are being gradually brought back into cultivation. The vines, often quite old, are planted in volcanic soils characteristic of the area, which impart a subtle energy and a unique character to the wines.
The winemaking process is carried out with minimal intervention, allowing fermentation to proceed freely in order to preserve the spontaneous expression of the grapes. The wines display vibrant and direct fruit, combined with supple structure and free-flowing textures, without any attempt at correction or standardization.
All the wines are distinguished by a strong and immediately recognizable identity, underpinned by great stylistic consistency. Patrick Bouju's work is now considered among the benchmarks of the natural wine movement, offering a vibrant and instinctive interpretation of the volcanic terroirs of Auvergne.
