{"title":"Domaine Viret","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaint Maurice sur Eigues, Rhône - 20ha. under vine - Biodynamic viticulture and ‘Cosmoculture’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDomaine Viret was founded in 1917. Since 1973 the third generation has been developing and perfecting their own method of farming which they have christened \u003cstrong\u003e‘Cosmoculture’\u003c\/strong\u003e. Alain and Philippe Viret embraced the biodynamic teachings of Rudolf Steiner, taking them even further to harness the \u003cstrong\u003enatural energy of their terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e. Basing the winery in the centre of the most powerful energy ley line on the property, they have also placed standing stones and crystals at crucial sites of electromagnetic importance in their vineyards and cellar. The vineyards are planted in various \u003cstrong\u003eancient patterns to maximise the energy of the soil and the cosmos\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plantings are varied with Philippe bringing in cuttings from around Europe of rare or struggling grape varieties, to make sure they always have a presence somewhere. His two most recent experiments are a small amount of land planted with a \u003cstrong\u003efield blend of Portuguese varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e and a half hectare planted in spiral formations. In the winery, fermentation is in steel or concrete tanks and then, by gravity, passed to either steel, concrete or amphora. The Viret’s were the \u003cstrong\u003efirst in France to reintroduce the use of Amphora\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sadly we lost our friend Philippe last year. The winery, though, continues.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none -mb-px h-px w-full opacity-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-viret-coudee-d-or-2023","title":"Domaine Viret Coudee d’Or 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(96, 7, 18);\"\u003eSome wines listed online are held separately from our bar stock. If you would like to collect the wine in person, please select Click \u0026amp; Collect at the checkout, so we can prepare the wine for you.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewinemakersclub.co.uk\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eif you require more of this item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrape: Viognier, Grenache Blanc + Gris, Rousanne\u003cbr data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eCountry: France\u003cbr data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eRegion: Rhone\u003cbr\u003eFarming: Cosmoculture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFull bodied, golden in colour, there is power here but also a sense of harmony. The texture manages to be rich yet also pillowy and soft. A long contemplative finish. This is the top white from the estate which is kept in steel and Concrete. No additions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1917, Domaine Viret is now run by its third generation, who since 1973 have developed “Cosmoculture”, a unique evolution of biodynamic farming that harnesses the natural energies of the land and cosmos. They have also placed standing stones and crystals at crucial sites of electromagnetic importance in their vineyards and cellar. Their vineyards feature rare grape varieties, experimental plantings, and energy-focused design, while winemaking combines modern vessels with traditional amphora, which they helped reintroduce in France.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Winemakers Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54353725030723,"sku":null,"price":43.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/8280\/0707\/files\/coudeedoe.jpg?v=1776184776"},{"product_id":"domaine-viret-emergence-nv","title":"Domaine Viret Emergence NV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(96, 7, 18);\"\u003eSome wines listed online are held separately from our bar stock. If you would like to collect the wine in person, please select Click \u0026amp; Collect at the checkout, so we can prepare the wine for you.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewinemakersclub.co.uk\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eif you require more of this item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrape: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre\u003cbr data-end=\"132\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eCountry: France\u003cbr data-end=\"150\" data-start=\"147\"\u003eRegion: Rhone\u003cbr\u003eFarming: Cosmoculture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerious depth and warmth here. There's dark cherry and cassis, coffee and sandalwood. The palate is full and rich but balanced with fine tannins. The grapes are from the 2016 and 2019 harvest, selected from some of their oldest parcels (70+ year old vines). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1917, Domaine Viret is now run by its third generation, who since 1973 have developed “Cosmoculture”, a unique evolution of biodynamic farming that harnesses the natural energies of the land and cosmos. They have also placed standing stones and crystals at crucial sites of electromagnetic importance in their vineyards and cellar. Their vineyards feature rare grape varieties, experimental plantings, and energy-focused design, while winemaking combines modern vessels with traditional amphora, which they helped reintroduce in France.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Winemakers Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54374385320259,"sku":null,"price":43.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/8280\/0707\/files\/Emergence.jpg?v=1776780823"},{"product_id":"domaine-viret-renaissance-2019","title":"Domaine Viret Renaissance 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(96, 7, 18);\"\u003eSome wines listed online are held separately from our bar stock. 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Processed by gravity with a long maceration in concrete, around 30 days. Then aged for over 24 months in concrete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1917, Domaine Viret is now run by its third generation, who since 1973 have developed “Cosmoculture”, a unique evolution of biodynamic farming that harnesses the natural energies of the land and cosmos. They have also placed standing stones and crystals at crucial sites of electromagnetic importance in their vineyards and cellar. Their vineyards feature rare grape varieties, experimental plantings, and energy-focused design, while winemaking combines modern vessels with traditional amphora, which they helped reintroduce in France.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Winemakers Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54374392365379,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/8280\/0707\/files\/Renaissance.jpg?v=1776781076"},{"product_id":"domaine-viret-horus-2024","title":"Domaine Viret Horus 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(96, 7, 18);\"\u003eSome wines listed online are held separately from our bar stock. 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There's a slight savoury nutty character but the freshness is not lost and there is a purity on the palate. The finish will leave you wanting more. The varieties are co fermented half in steel the other in Amphore and macerated for 6 months. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1917, Domaine Viret is now run by its third generation, who since 1973 have developed “Cosmoculture”, a unique evolution of biodynamic farming that harnesses the natural energies of the land and cosmos. They have also placed standing stones and crystals at crucial sites of electromagnetic importance in their vineyards and cellar. 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