Mary Taylor Wines Apremont Benjamin Ravier 2022
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The Land
Apremont is a small Alpine village nestled at the foot of Mont Granier, where a landslide in 1248 reshaped the mountainside and enriched the soils with glacial marl and fractured limestone. The east-facing vineyards here climb to dizzying elevations, catching the morning sun and cool mountain air, which together nurture long, gentle ripening and preserve the grape’s signature acidity. In this terroir, the Jacquère grape finds its finest voice—one of minerality, delicacy, and quiet strength. The Ravier family’s 7-hectare holding includes a dedicated 1-hectare plot for Mary Taylor Wines, a parcel that benefits from the unique tension between ripeness and freshness, resulting in a wine with double the residual sugars of nearby Abymes (4.1 g/L), yet still tasting crisp and dry.
The Wine
Vinified in stainless steel with native yeasts and no malolactic fermentation, this 100% Jacquère remains faithful to its Alpine roots. Three months of lees contact provide a silken texture that wraps around its lean, mineral core. Notes of green apple, white peach, and lemon verbena are framed by a crushed rock salinity and a breeze of mountain herbs. The mouthfeel is round yet lifted, echoing snowmelt over stone. It is this interplay—ripeness balanced with crystalline energy—that makes the wine both approachable and vivid. There is no oak, no artifice—just a clean, unadulterated expression of place.
The People
Benjamin Ravier farms according to HVE 3 standards, committed to a sustainable viticulture that honors both the land and the fruit. He intervenes sparingly, using minimal sulfur and phytosanitary products, letting the vines and soil speak with clarity. His grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed, allowing for maximum expression with minimal manipulation. In Mary Taylor, he has found a partner who shares his reverence for terroir and accessibility. Her White Label series offers a bridge between the rural roots of Europe’s wine regions and the everyday table—reminding us that honest, authentic wines don’t require a passport or a sommelier’s vocabulary. They just require a sense of place, and people who care.
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Sustainable vineyard farming is an environmentally conscious approach that prioritizes long-term ecological balance, economic viability, and social responsibility. Unlike organic farming, sustainable practices do not necessarily exclude synthetic chemicals, but rather focus on minimizing their usage, carefully managing resources like water and energy, protecting biodiversity, and reducing waste and carbon footprint. Wineries employing sustainable methods often integrate modern technology and traditional practices to improve efficiency and maintain healthy vineyards. Certifications like "SIP Certified" or "LIVE Certified" help validate sustainability efforts. However, sustainable farming differs distinctly from organic, as sustainable producers may use synthetic inputs in moderation if deemed necessary for the overall health and productivity of their vineyards.
