{"title":"Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAn artisanal estate nestled between the Auvergne mountains and lunar poetry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Based in \u003cstrong\u003eOrcet,\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003ePuy-de-Dôme region, Francine\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFrançois Dhumes\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivate their vision of a \u003cstrong\u003evibrant\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic\u003c\/strong\u003e wine under the evocative name \" \u003cstrong\u003eLe Chant de la Lune\" (The Song of the Moon\u003c\/strong\u003e ). This name pays homage to the red moon of Easter, responsible for a brutal frost in April 2024 that decimated their harvest—an ordeal that only strengthened their connection to nature. The Dhumes consider themselves neither a conventional estate nor simply wine merchants. They embody an artisanal approach to winemaking, where \u003cstrong\u003etransparency is paramount\u003c\/strong\u003e : carefully selected \u003cstrong\u003eorganic grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eslow maceration, zero additives, discreet aging\u003c\/strong\u003e in old barrels, and a constant search for balance between expressing the terroir and respecting the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Frank, vibrant wines, always in motion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe estate vinifies both its own grapes and selected fruit from the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/ardeche\" title=\"Ardèche\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eArdèche\u003c\/a\u003e , \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/beaujolais\" title=\"Beaujolais\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeaujolais\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/auvergne\" title=\"Auvergne\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAuvergne\u003c\/a\u003e regions,\u003c\/strong\u003e with absolute fidelity to the origin and the natural environment. The flagship wines— \u003cstrong\u003eMinette, Zorah, and Nuit Blanche\u003c\/strong\u003e —bear the mark of this sincerity: unadorned juices, often made using long infusions, always designed for the pleasure of sharing. \u003cstrong\u003eMinette\u003c\/strong\u003e : a deep, \u003cstrong\u003eage-worthy Gamay from the Auvergne\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003emade\u003c\/strong\u003e from destemmed grapes, macerated for an extended period, and then aged for a year in old barrels. \u003cstrong\u003eZorah\u003c\/strong\u003e : a red wine bursting with fruit, made from \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-altitude Gamay grapes,\u003c\/strong\u003e vinified with precision using sustainable practices. \u003cstrong\u003eNuit Blanche\u003c\/strong\u003e : a complex white wine based on \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMuscat Chardonnay,\u003c\/strong\u003e combining direct pressing and gentle maceration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eA philosophy of living wine, in the heart of Auvergne\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Beyond the wines themselves, Francine and François champion an ethic of \u003cstrong\u003eliving wine\u003c\/strong\u003e : \u003cstrong\u003emanual cultivation,\u003c\/strong\u003e working \u003cstrong\u003ewithout additives,\u003c\/strong\u003e respecting \u003cstrong\u003elunar cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e , and refusing technical compromise. Their wines are not products, but living entities, expressing the winemaker's hand, the light of the vintage, and the depth of the volcanic soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Le Chant de la Lune is a rare estate in Auvergne, one to watch closely for all those looking for wines of character, sensitive and profoundly human.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"minette-2023-francine-et-francois-dhumes","title":"Minette 2023 - Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e 👨🏼‍🌾Red wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrancine and François Dhumes.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Minette is a dense and profound Gamay from the Auvergne region, born from a long, three-month maceration of destemmed grapes and a year of aging in old barrels. The nose evokes black cherry, sweet spices, and fresh earth, with a hint of dried flowers. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and textured, supported by ripe tannins and an underlying freshness that balances the whole. A serious, earthy wine for aging, it can be enjoyed young but also deserves to be cellared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Gamay d'Auvergne\u003cbr\u003e 📆Vintage: 2023\u003cbr\u003e Alcohol content: 13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francine et François Dhumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55263632359799,"sku":"FFDUHMESMIN23","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/84981e74ac30049e8124caff16eeb4ce.webp?v=1748589999"},{"product_id":"zorah-2024-francine-et-francois-dhumes","title":"Zorah 2024 - Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e 👨🏼‍🌾Red wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrancine and François Dhumes.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A slow-infused Gamay from Auvergne, born from a trio of terroirs and true to its character from the moment it leaves the vat. The gentle three-week maceration reveals a crisp, clean juice, with aromas of crushed strawberry, pomegranate, and a hint of dried herbs. The palate is direct and straightforward, light yet supported by a mineral structure and a touch of noble vegetal character. A vibrant and easy-drinking wine, best enjoyed now or cellared for a few months to allow it to develop further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 🍇Grape variety: Gamay d'Auvergne\u003cbr\u003e 📆Vintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003e Alcohol content: 11.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francine et François Dhumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55263633506679,"sku":"FFDHUMESZO24","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/5935e0da53dddd4a37219861c39ed502.png?v=1786712738"},{"product_id":"nuit-blanche-2023-francine-et-francois-dhumes","title":"Nuit Blanche 2023 - Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e 👨🏼‍🌾White wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrancine and François Dhumes.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA vibrant and contrasting white wine, made from direct pressing of the Chardonnay and a short eight-day maceration of the Muscat Chardonnay. The nose is expressive: orange blossom, candied citrus, juicy pear, and lemon thyme infusion. The palate combines energy, volume, and freshness, with a chalky finish that prolongs the pleasure. Still young, this cuvée will gain complexity with a few months of bottle aging. A Nuit Blanche that is well worth the wait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 🍇Grape variety: Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e 📆Vintage: 2023\u003cbr\u003e Alcohol content: 13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francine et François Dhumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55263633670519,"sku":"FFDHUMESNB23","price":33.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/54f9ccf33c42bdbba1450cbebcf3e864.webp?v=1748590012"},{"product_id":"jeu-de-vin-2025-francine-et-francois-dhumes","title":"Jeu de Vin 2025 - Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾Red Wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrancine and François Dhumes.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a Gamay as we like them: free, sincere and terribly gourmet. François Dhumes works his grapes with very little intervention to let the volcano and the vintage express themselves. The wine opens with small red fruits, a hint of violet and a slight peppery note, with a crisp, fresh and energetic palate. A bottle that immediately makes you want another glass, then another.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Gamay d'Auvergne\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2025\u003cbr\u003e⁒Alcohol content: 12.5°\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francine et François Dhumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57442100445559,"sku":"FDHUMESJDV25","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/2720b9b6505fa31201bd26d342d01688.png?v=1788764166"},{"product_id":"venus-2025-francine-et-francois-dhumes","title":"Vénus 2025 - Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾Red Wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrancine and François Dhumes.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Auvergne Gamay that focuses primarily on fruit and freshness. The basaltic soils bring that energy so characteristic of Corent wines, with a supple yet always taut palate. You can taste cherry, raspberry, and redcurrant, enhanced by a floral touch and a slightly spicy finish. The kind of bottle you open without thinking, that everyone agrees on, and that often disappears faster than expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape Variety: Gamay d'Auvergne\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2025\u003cbr\u003e⁒Alcohol Content: 12.5°\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francine et François Dhumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57442100478327,"sku":"FDHUMESVE25","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/50b9c89895c7fba448fc85445d09f423.png?v=1788764173"},{"product_id":"foin-foin-2025-francine-et-francois-dhumes","title":"Foin Foin 2025 - Francine et François Dhumes","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾White Wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrancine and François Dhumes.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBehind this name lies a Muscat-Chardonnay like no other. 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