Robin
Goutallier
Part-time teacher, full-time meticulous farmer. Since 2014, Robin has been proving that 1 hectare of organic Gamay and 30 beehives can produce some of Beaujolais' most exciting natural wines—all while grading papers.
Robin moved to Quincié-en-Beaujolais and bought a house that happened to come with a small vineyard. Inspired by neighbors like Romain Des Grottes and Hervé Ravera, he began farming organically by hand, applying the same strict attention to detail he uses in the classroom. No shortcuts, no chemicals, just careful observation and natural intuition.
The Teacher
Still works as a teacher while farming 1 hectare and tending 30 beehives. Brings academic rigor to the vineyard—every decision calculated, every intervention questioned.
The Altitude
Vines planted up to 500 meters on granite and clay-limestone soils. The cool nights and steep slopes give wines of surprising freshness and tension despite the warm vintage years.
The Parcels & Bees
One hectare scattered across Quincié and Marchampt. 80-year-old vines behind his house, plus newer high-altitude acquisitions. And yes, he keeps 30 beehives—pollination partners and honey producers.
Organic farming since day one (in conversion certification). Everything done by hand. The beehives aren't just for honey—they're part of the ecosystem, ensuring the wildflowers between the vines thrive.
"An enlivening Pétillant... best served well-chilled and kept upright in the fridge before serving!"— On Facon Puzzle (Pét-Nat)
The Wines
Micro-production cuvées with literary names and precise technique. Each parcel vinified separately to express its specific altitude and soil.
60% De Velours
From the 450m parcel. Two weeks whole-bunch maceration before fibreglass aging. Silky dark fruit with elegance and length. The warmer 2022 vintage shows more depth, while 2021 offers brambly crunchiness.
Whole Bunch
Fibreglass
Y'a Pas Que D'la Pomme
From 80-year-old vines behind Robin's house on clay-limestone. Two-week maceration with slightly more extraction, bringing sultry tannins to ripe fruit. A contrast to the higher, granitic parcels.
Clay/Limestone
Longer Maceration
36 Fois Le Mise
From the highest parcel at 500m on granite soils. Gentle 10-day whole-bunch maceration. Bright, lifted, with that characteristic granite tension. The altitude shows in the wine's nervous energy.
Granite Soils
10 Day Maceration
Facon Puzzle
Free-run Gamay juice bottled before fermentation completes. Disgorged by the drinker (keep upright in fridge!). Enlivening, textural, and full of energy. The perfect aperitif for natural wine initiates.
Free Run Juice
Serve Upright
Visit & Contact
Located in Quincié-en-Beaujolais, southern Beaujolais. By appointment for serious wine lovers and the naturally curious.
Address
Route de Romarand
69430 Quincié-en-Beaujolais
France
Telephone
+33 6 51 34 61 94Vineyard
1 Hectare
100% Gamay
Organic (in conversion)
Also
30 Beehives
Honey Production
Part-time Teacher