- The Winery
- Address: 257 West 116th Street, New York, NY 10026
- Telephone: 212-222-4866
- Opening hours: Open 7 days, 12-9 PM.
Grape: 100% Gamay.
Region: France> Bourgogne (Burgundy)> Beaujolais.
Notes: cement tanks, carbonic maceration, unfiltered, very low sulfites.
Description: Pauline Passot comes from a winemaking family - the Passot family have been growers in Chiroubles for years. At first , she did not follow the family tradition. In her studies she obtained a degree in marketing, and then became sommelier at the Michelin star restaurant Pierre Orsi in Lyon, France. It was there that she realized, in relation to more famous wines, there was much to be proud of in the potential of Chiroubles. Pauline Passot realized she needed to go back home to make these wines and since 2016, she has been making wine.
Food pairings: Charcuterie, cold cuts, white meats (roasted, baked, grilled), Coq Au Vin, burgers, light fare, spicy dishes, stew, tuna, TURKEY (traditional holiday cuisine), salmon, quinoa stir-fry, veggies, etc.