New Arrivals from Damien Menut

The village of Thésée in the Loire valley’s Touraine region has a long history of organic viticulture and has been home to an enviable roster of accomplished vignerons over the years. Damien arrived there a decade ago to train alongside one-such man, Bruno Allion, a true godfather of the Loire natural wine movement, and although undergoing formal schooling in Beaune and a placement at a large Burgundy house, his work alongside Bruno became his most formative experience.  

Damien, now based in Thésée, looks after 4 hectares of vines planted on deep, clay-rich soils — small parcels of Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon and older vines of Grolleau Noir and Gamay. Like his mentor, he follows biodynamic principles in the vineyard, and in the cellar as much as possible is done by hand, including the de-stemming of grapes. 

Utilising a cool cellar carved deep into the tuffeau, Damien ages all wines in old barrique, which gives ample time for them to find their balance before bottling without any additions. His slow, hands-off approach in both the vineyard and the cellar produces wines of real depth and precision, with an abundance of varietal charm. 

After a long wait we are thrilled to welcome Damien’s wines back to UK!

Damien Menut’s wines are available in our online shop. For trade inquires, please email sales@beattieandroberts.com.