France
France is one of the largest wine producers in the world, with a winemaking history dating back to the 6th century BC. In many respects, French wines have more of a regional than a national identity, as evidenced by different grape varieties, production methods and different classification systems in the various regions.
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Charles Bieler’s father, Philippe Bieler, began making Rosé in Provence over 30 years ago. This early influence left an indelible impact on Charles’ path and laid the foundation for his life’s work. As winemakers around the world attempt to mimic the classic Provence style of rosé—and for good reason—his aim is always to strike a delicate balance between floral tones, herbal notes, acidity, and wild red fruit.
A collaboration between Joel Gott and Charles Bieler, Shatter is an obsession with Grenache and terroir. To date, it has been singularly focused on old vine, dry farmed grenache grown in schist soils in the arid and hot valley of Maury in the Roussillon region of France. The hillside grenache vines were planted over 60 years ago in 100% pure black schist, a slate-like, rocky soil common to the area.
