Wine for sale: Michel Guignier

Michel Guignier

Michel Guignier cultivates over four hectares of hillside vines situated between the communes of Fleurie and Chiroubles, in the foothills of the Massif Central. Each plot, ideally oriented to the south-east, is organically and biodynamically cultivated to produce healthy, natural wines. Michel Guignier practices polyculture, just like farmers did in the old days. This approach enables him to operate a self-sufficient operation, which naturally combats the vagaries of the weather while preserving biodiversity. The winemaker cultivates not only his vines, but also cereals, a vegetable garden and fruit trees, all of which provide an ideal habitat for animals. The hand-picked grapes are carefully sorted before undergoing semi-carbonic maceration. Thanks to these rigorous, natural methods, Michel Guignier produces exceptional cuvées that can be enjoyed in their youth, that also have surprisingly good ageing potential.