Claude Courtois is one of the pioneers of natural wine, having rediscovered more than 20 years ago in his native Sologne the path leading back to the “original” nature, which is why the French word Paradis appears in his estate’s name, "les cailloux du paradis", meaning “the stones of paradise”. The estate is made up of vines, fruit trees, hedges and a farmyard... Today, even if Etienne, one of Claude’s two sons, has taken over the family vines, Claude has kept 1 hectare to keep himself busy… and for his pleasure ! A multitude of grape varieties from here and there, many of which are ungrafted. Here, we let Mother Nature care for things, the grass grows between the rows, the vine expresses itself naturally and without any violent interventions from man. To retain total freedom in their work, the Courtois prefer to have the majority of the production classed as Vin de France. But take note: the work in the vineyard and the cellar alike is high precision... and the wines are solid.
Sulphites-free wine
A complex, constantly evolving, bewildering nose, with aromas of caramel, red fruit, and elegant barrel ageing – it’s not your average Pinot! Palate: smooth, rich, with very fine tannins, a hint of sweetness, and a touch of acidity on the finish. Give it time, your patience will be rewarded!
Sulphites-free wine
A cuvée named after Claude's father. The nose is frank and luscious, notes of redcurrant, cherry and iodine. Deep minerality on the palate, a wine of great drinkability and freshness, finishing with a little saline bitterness that beautifully structures the fruit.
Sulphites-free wine
A rare cuvée prized by connoisseurs, and rightly so: the nose is highly complex and evolving a lot over the glasses, from blueberry to wet undergrowth soils to toasted notes (think burnt basque cheesecake!). Palate: serious structure and endless length.
Sulphites-free wine
A unique juice, in the glass we do have a Cabernet, but one that feels like a Pinot... in the style of the great great Loire wines! Notes of rose, cherry and leather. Structured mouthfeel, lovely texture, great finesse and incredible length.
Sulphites-free wine
A wonderful discovery of this variety, revealed through the magic of Courtois! Notes of strawberry, a hint of smoke, long pepper, and blackcurrant bud… The palate is subtly floral yet built on a solid structure. Crafted to age beautifully.
Sulphites-free wine
Notes of dark fruits, blackberry jam, violet, cocoa, and pepper. The whole thing shines with balance and energy, the palate structured by fine, silky tannins. A supple, luminous wine with great aging potential — proof that obstinacy can be a beautiful thing.
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