{"title":"The Vines of Paradise","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Les Vignes de Paradis\u003c\/strong\u003e, located in Ballaison near \u003cstrong\u003eThonon-les-Bains\u003c\/strong\u003e in Haute-Savoie, is a family business that has spanned more than five generations. Currently managed by winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eDominique Lucas,\u003c\/strong\u003e the estate extends over \u003cstrong\u003e8 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e of vines spread over two appellations, \u003cstrong\u003eCrépy\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMarin. Dominique Lucas\u003c\/strong\u003e is a discreet and perfectionist winemaker, who made a transition from the Burgundy vineyard to cultivate these Savoyard plots. His previous experience as head of cultivation in Beaune and Vosne-Romanée made him aware of the economic pressures placed on the vines, which encouraged him to seek other horizons. \u003cbr\u003eThe particularity of the Vignes du Paradis estate lies in the variety of grape varieties it cultivates, ranging from local grape varieties, such as \u003cstrong\u003eChasselas,\u003c\/strong\u003e to grape varieties from other regions, such as \u003cstrong\u003eSavagnin, Pinot Gris\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGamay.\u003c\/strong\u003e Here the vine growing process is based on the principles of \u003cstrong\u003ebiodynamics,\u003c\/strong\u003e without any use of weedkillers or chemical pesticides as well as respect for nature and the local ecosystem. The vines are cared for using mountain plant preparations and medicinal essential oils to protect the rows. \u003cbr\u003eAs for Dominique Lucas' work in the cellar, he is meticulous, focused on \u003cstrong\u003egentle extractions\u003c\/strong\u003e to produce \u003cstrong\u003efine and delicious wines\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wines are aged in a variety of containers depending on the grape variety and the terroir. He uses \u003cstrong\u003etraditional oak barrels, ovoid\u003c\/strong\u003e vats (concrete eggs) and \u003cstrong\u003eamphorae.\u003c\/strong\u003e All winemaking follows the lunar calendar, and the estate has voluntarily freed itself from the constraints of appellations. The resulting wines are freer than ever, vibrant with energy and purity. \u003cbr\u003eThe wines of \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Les Vignes de Paradis\u003c\/strong\u003e are characterized by their luminosity, their radiance and their great elegance. The \u003cstrong\u003eChasselas,\u003c\/strong\u003e in particular, are both gourmet, generous and express the \u003cstrong\u003eAllobroges\u003c\/strong\u003e terroir in a unique way. Among the most notable vintages are \u003cstrong\u003eChasselas Marin, Un Matin face au Lac\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e Un P'tit Coin de Paradis\u003c\/strong\u003e. In addition, surprising vintages such as \u003cstrong\u003eAmphore, Savagnin, Pinot Gris Macération\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGamay Marin\u003c\/strong\u003e also quickly caught our attention. \u003cbr\u003e Dominique's commitment to \u003cstrong\u003ebiodynamic\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivation, labeling outside of appellations and the use of various containers in the cellar testify to his unique vision of viticulture. The resulting wines are a beautiful celebration of the region, offering a unique expression of Chasselas and other \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mareehaute.vin\/en\/collections\/savoie\" title=\"Savoie\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.mareehaute.vin\/collections\/savoie\"\u003eSavoie\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.mareehaute.vin\/en\/collections\/les-vignes-de-paradis.oembed","provider":"Marée Haute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}