Danjou-Banessy, Cotes Catalanes Rouge Roboul, 2023 Winback Summer 2020 and a hint of graphite

and a hint of graphite

The 2022 vintage surprised many: despite a hot summer

The result is a wine of purity and restraint

and a distinct nutty flavor that lingers beautifully

and a savory

Danjou-Banessy, Cotes Catalanes Rouge Roboul, 2023 Winback Summer 2020 and a hint of graphiteMourvdre and Grenache Noir from a 4 hectare vineyard laden with galets rouls (river rocks), this Danjou Banessy red channels Roussillon's sunny Mediterranean soul through a biodynamic lens. Whole cluster fermented, aged 12+ months in used barrels, and bottled with minimal sulfites and no fining or filtration, it strikes an elegant balancesoft tannins, dark fruit, and subtle floral notes without heaviness.