Description
Benjamin Taillandier is breathing new life into the image of the Minervois with his Viti Vini Bibi cuvée. An incredibly indulgent wine that blends rich fruitiness, a hint of spice and floral notes that linger gracefully. The charm of this wine lies in its balance between the velvety mouthfeel of Grenache and the lovely tension provided by Cinsault. The name of the cuvée says it all: make sure you stock up on a few magnums!
Method of working
Benjamin Taillandier’s Viti Vini Bibi cuvée is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Cinsault. Clay-limestone terroir for the Grenache and schist for the Cinsault. Organic and biodynamic farming. Natural vinification. Aged for 12 months in vats.
Starting from scratch, with nothing but his courage and convictions, Benjamin Taillandier aims to produce wines ‘the old-fashioned way’ and cannot conceive of any farming method other than organic (AB-certified since the 2011 vintage). His estate now covers 13 hectares spread across no fewer than 21 plots. He is committed to creating personal, artisanal wines and offers an alternative vision of the winemaker’s craft. His aim is to minimise human intervention as much as possible, both in terms of cultivation and winemaking. Alongside his friend and mentor Jean-Baptiste Sénat, he is a member of the winemakers’ collective “Changer l’Aude en Vin”.
What to eat with a Minervois Viti Vini Bibi from Benjamin Taillandier?
Food and wine pairing :
- Raw marinade for suckling pig
- Grilled beef steak.
- Chorizo and tomato omelette.
