Domaine Gramenon, now led by Maxime Francois Laurent, farms organically and makes wines with minimal sulfur and no fining or filtration. Founded by Philippe and Michele Laurent in 1978, the estate has been a foundational reference for the French natural wine movement since the 1990s. All Grenache and Cinsault from old vines in the Drome.
Tip: The estate's Ceps Centenaires cuvee (from 100-year-old vines) is a reference natural Grenache. RAW Wine fair and La Dive Bouteille listings confirm Gramenon's natural credentials annually.
Domaine Gramenon's no-fining, no-filtration approach makes all estate wines vegan by default. No animal-derived agents are used at any stage. The wines are natural in the fullest sense.
Tip: The unfined and unfiltered wines may show slight sediment in bottle; decant the older cuvees before serving.
Several Domaine Gramenon cuvees are produced with zero added sulfur, including Poignee de Raisins (Grenache) and La Mamalow (Viognier). These require careful handling and storage and should be consumed within 3-5 years of harvest.
Tip: Store low-sulfite natural wines in a cool, dark cellar at constant temperature. Serve slightly cool for the reds to preserve freshness.