Domaine Danjou-Banessy, Côtes Catalanes “Coste” 2024 France Usually I wouldn't go near

Usually I wouldn't go near the stuff but in the hands of the Gonon brothers this is just pure magic

this'll benefit from some air and a swirl in the short term

A proportion of the fruit is experimental rows of Chenin and Riesling for added pazaz

which keeps the heat on hot days and returns it as needed on those cooler nights

A way more youthful and inviting rendition of Savagnin

Domaine Danjou-Banessy, Côtes Catalanes “Coste” 2024 France Usually I wouldn't go nearPlace: Roussillon, France Grape: Macabeu Vibe: Natural What a lovely wine. I'd usually not be too fussed about Macabeu, but we're not dealing with normal vignerons here. From a parcel called Les Terres Rouges, whole bunch pressed before heading into a big old foudre. Starts all smoky before diving into pineapple, nostalgic boiled sweets, fennel, and positive bitters. A lovely wild edge but still so classy.