Gamay
Au Bon Secours 2022
Babass

Grape Variety: Gamay

Producer: Les Vignes de Babass (Sebastién Dervieux)

Region: Beaulieu-sur-Layon, Anjou, Loire, France

Wild Scale: 4/5

12% alcohol

Winemaking: Organic Gamay grapes from 65 year old vines were harvested by hand and underwent whole bunch maceration . Fermentation with indigenous yeast before being pressed into tank for 12 months. No filtration, fining or added sulphur.

This Wine: Natural red wine with a light body. This showcases the spicier side of the Gamay grape whilst the fruit character takes a back seat. Dark minerals, earthy undertones and a wild finish. Great slightly chilled.

THIS WINE WON THE VOTE FOR BEST TASTING WINE AT HIGHBURY LIBRARY WINE CLUB IN NOVEMBER 2025

Notes on the Winemaker: Babass is a legendary name in the world of natural wine. Winemaker Sebastién Dervieux set up this domaine (now 4 hectares) in the Loire back in 2011 after previously working with Patrick Desplats as Domaine des Griottes. He produces wild wines from local grape varieties that reflect terroir and vintage authentically.