Maison Stephan VdF Gamay 2024 070226CRISP the Moncuit family has crafted

the Moncuit family has crafted some of the most classically styled Blanc de Blancs in Champagne

and know that it will keep for decades

which tells you most of what you need to know about Shalini Sekhar: she earned a master's degree in flute and piccolo performance before concluding that wine was the better instrument

or add a splash to a hot herbal tea

and distinctively smooth

Maison Stephan VdF Gamay 2024 070226CRISP the Moncuit family has craftedJean Michel Stephan is one of the only growers making natural wine across the board in Cote Rotie, working with zero added sulfur. With his son Romain he's expanded beyond the appellation into a more approachable Vin de France range, and this Gamay is part of that playful, drink now lineup. Light, fresh and unfussy, it captures the joyful, gluggable side of a producer better known for serious Syrah. Chill it down and pour freely.