AMPELIADE NO ADDED SULPHUR PINOT NOIR

Imagine standing in a vineyard kissed by the Loire’s gentle breezes, where the air hums with life, untainted by herbicides or insecticides. Here, Brochet nurtures his vines under strict organic standards, ensuring every grape tells the story of the land. The Alias Pinot Noir is born from this ethos, crafted without the addition of sulphur dioxide, enzymes, or yeast—just pure, unadulterated expression.

Pour a glass, and the story begins. The colour is vibrant, a deep crimson that hints at the layers within. On the nose, there’s a whisper of pencil shavings and green herbs, as if you’ve stumbled into an old library nestled in a forest. Then comes the fruit—raspberry and red plum—subtle, smoky, and inviting. It doesn’t overwhelm; it seduces, blossoming as it breathes.

Take a sip, and the journey continues. Kirsch and walnut emerge first, grounding the wine with a nutty richness. Then, like a firework, red berries burst across the palate, ripe and abundant, carried by soft, velvety tannins. There’s a delicate, natural pétillance—a faint fizz—that fades with aeration, leaving a wine that’s straight, pure, and as honest as Pinot Noir can be.

The magic of Alias isn’t just in its taste; it’s in its spirit. Frédéric’s deep respect for terroir shines through, from the organic farming of the vineyards to the precision of the winemaking process. The cellars at Château des Roches, carved into ancient chalk caves dating back to the 11th century, are a testament to the harmony between history and modernity that defines Ampelidae.

Even the name has a story. "Brochet," French for "pike," inspires the label’s striking fish design, a playful nod to Frédéric’s surname. But there’s nothing fishy about this wine. It’s a labour of love, a testament to the artistry of one of France’s most innovative winemakers.

Alias Pinot Noir isn’t just a wine—it’s a revelation. A glass that invites you to slow down, savour, and lose yourself in the quiet beauty of the Loire Valley, as seen through the eyes of a man who’s dedicated his life to its perfection.

INFORMATION

COLOUR: Red

COUNTRY: France

REGION: Loire Valley

GRAPE VARIETY: Pinot Noir

ABV: 13%

VINTAGE: 2020

SPECIALITY: Vegan, No sulphur