2024 Mary Taylor, Agenais Rose Christophe Avi

The result is a wine of tension and freshness, with vibrant citrusy notes and hints of minerally orange blossom. This subtle pink carries the crisp taste of a summer breeze, offering a mineral-driven core and delicate traces of raspberry, Bing cherry, and a zing of white pepper.

Christophe Avi is a small, independent producer in the Languedoc who farms a limited number of vineyard parcels with a focus on organic practices and low-intervention winemaking. The vineyards are tended by hand with an emphasis on soil health and moderate yields, and fruit is typically harvested early to preserve acidity in the region’s warm climate. Fermentations rely on native yeasts, and the wines are made with little added sulphur and minimal cellar manipulation. Production is centered on Mediterranean varieties such as Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah, resulting in straightforward, terroir-driven wines produced in small quantities.