{"title":"Simon Rouillard","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"291\" data-start=\"254\"\u003eA new generation rooted in Anjou\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"852\" data-start=\"293\"\u003eAfter eight years of experience gained with various winemakers of varying styles, including \u003cstrong\u003eLa Grange aux Belles\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Les Vignes de Babass\" href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/les-vignes-de-babass?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=baba\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/les-vignes-de-babass?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=baba\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLes Vignes de Babass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Domaine de la Tournelle\" href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/domaine-de-la-tournelle?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=tournelle\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/domaine-de-la-tournelle?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=tournelle\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDomaine de la Tournelle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePhilippe Bornard, Frederic Agneray,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNicolas Grosbois,\u003c\/strong\u003e Simon established his own estate in \u003cstrong\u003eAnjou\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e2019. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Its estate extends over \u003cstrong\u003e4 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e, where old vines of emblematic grape varieties of the \u003ca title=\"Loire\" href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/loire\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en\/collections\/loire\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLoire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Valley grow: \u003cstrong\u003eChenin, Gamay, Grolleau, Cabernet Franc,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition, he recently added an 80-acre plantation, housing \u003cstrong\u003eChenin, Grolleau,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCinsault.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"962\" data-start=\"909\"\u003eA winemaker committed to natural from the start\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"964\"\u003eDuring the first three years of his installation, Simon developed a \u003cstrong\u003esmall business\u003c\/strong\u003e to compensate for the lack of vines and grapes due to climatic hazards, notably spring frosts. Its grapes come exclusively from winegrowers \u003cstrong\u003ecertified in Organic Agriculture\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it applies a \u003cstrong\u003enatural winemaking approach without inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"1431\" data-start=\"1380\"\u003ePrecision viticulture on Loire Valley terroirs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1896\" data-start=\"1433\"\u003eThe 4 hectares of vines are spread across the communes of Mozé-sur-Louet, Soulaines-sur-Aubance, and Saint-Melaine-sur-Aubance, located in the department of Maine-et-Loire (49). The maintenance of the vines is characterized by \u003cstrong\u003edecavating\u003c\/strong\u003e followed by superficial work of the soil carried out with a tractor. For vineyard treatments, Simon favors \u003cstrong\u003eBouillie Bordelaise\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSulfur.\u003c\/strong\u003e The harvest is carried out by hand, guaranteeing a careful harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1968\" data-start=\"1935\"\u003eWinemaking without artifice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2334\" data-start=\"1970\"\u003eConcerning the aging of the wines, the reds stay in vats, while the \u003cstrong\u003eChenins\u003c\/strong\u003e benefit from a few barrels. Vertical presses are used to extract juice. Overall, winemaking and aging are carried out without the addition of any inputs, reflecting Simon's philosophy in favor of the purity and authenticity of his wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"apres-la-pluie-2023-simon-rouillard-1","title":"Après la Pluie 2023 - Simon Rouillard","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾Red wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSimon Rouillard.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A pure Grolleau of captivating delicacy. With eight days of gentle maceration (90% destemmed and without extraction), this cuvée captures all the elegance of the grape variety on a terroir of clay and sand enriched with schist and quartz. On the nose, aromas of crisp red fruit and delicate spices. The palate is ethereal, fluid, and remarkably drinkable, with almost no tannins. Made without additives, this minimalist wine reveals a raw sincerity and vibrant energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cbr\u003e 🍇Grape variety: Grolleau\u003cbr\u003e 📆Vintage: 2023\u003cbr\u003e Alcohol content: 11%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simon Rouillard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56152465146231,"sku":"SROUILLARDALAPL23","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/d4080b2a831180b63cbddea0ea9a33cb_2fe72d40-17d2-44a8-be73-210c5ba6a81e.jpg?v=1762765558"},{"product_id":"septembre-2022-simon-rouillard","title":"Septembre 2022 - Simon Rouillard","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾White Wine made by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/simon-rouillard\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSimon Rouillard\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Chenin of rare precision, from a north-facing plot in Mozé-sur-Louet, formerly intended for sparkling wines. Meticulous sorting and staggered harvests allow for perfect ripeness here. Fermented in barrel and aged 24 months (12 months in wood, 9 in tank, 3 in bottle), this white wine reveals chiseled aromas of ripe white fruits, citrus, and flowers. The palate, both fresh and generous, combines tension and depth. An elegant cuvée, reflecting the great work of a artisan-winemaker. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Chenin \u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2022\u003cbr\u003e⁒Alcohol content: 11°\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simon Rouillard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56940344770935,"sku":"SROUILLARDSEP22","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/6ac4528b4397daee24a716e04b2321f4_f7ebb2e1-235d-44f2-97c5-8bb2f85df356.jpg?v=1774619301"}],"url":"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en-gb\/collections\/simon-rouillard.oembed","provider":"Marée Haute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}