Otium, 2025

Grenache from vines Laurent's grandfather planted in 1949, made light and fresh.

The Grenache in Otium was planted in 1949 by Laurent Roger's grandfather, on stony ground in Rivesaltes. Laurent and Melissa Ingrand pick it in several passes, give each pick a few days on skins as whole bunches, then press and ferment with native yeasts in stainless steel. Recent vintages have folded in some Grenache Gris from a Fourques vineyard once tended by Alain Castex, Laurent's mentor. It is light and fresh, with just a little tannin at the end. Organic farming, no fining, filtering or added sulphur.