2022 Hautes Pistes Syrah, Aubert et Mathieu, IGP Pays d'Oc, France

Aubert et Mathieu (first names Anthony & Jean-Charles) are two friends from Carcasonne who, after short careers in banking and wine marketing, decided to come together and specialise in premium wines made in collaboration with environmentally conscious estates from across the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Wanting wines of freshness, balance and complexity, they have chosen to work with low intervention growers at some of the highest altitudes. Their belief in sustainability continues throughout their practice, with eco-friendly packaging, carbon neutrality and engagement in supporting local biodiversity, in particular, a reforestation plan and supporting local beekeepers.

Whole bunch fermented with carbonic maceration, the wine was matured in oak barrel for 6 months.