Still etched in our memory is the initial shock of the rich, amber colour and the distinctive aromas and textures of Sebastien Riffault's wines. That afternoon in the hamlet of Sury-en-Vaux his natural wines challenged our opinions and palates to a great extent. Like all of Sebastien's wines, Akmenine Blanc is a perfectly natural, archaic take on...
Sebastien Riffault’s wines are renowned for their uniqueness and distinctive character, as are their names, which are often Lithuanian due to his wife’s heritage. Skeveldra means “crushed stones,” a reference to the flint that dominates this particular vineyard. In the glass, it reveals rich fruit reminiscent of yellow fruits, jam, and honey, along with...
Let the Raudonas first unfold in a carafe for at least two hours, developing its aromas after contact with the air. Even if you leave it open for days you will be surprised by its evolution. Sebastien ,just like for his white wines, uses biodynamically grown grapes that are 40% affected by botrytis. After a short ten day maceration without pigeage,...
