Against a backdrop of declining wine consumption, kombucha, infusions, kefir and other beverages made from plants, fruit and flowers are gaining in popularity. Here's our selection.
Available through a wide range of distribution channels and in the restaurant trade, where they have won over chefs and sommeliers, these beverages, long confined to refreshments and aperitifs, are now regarded as vintages to be enjoyed with everyday dishes, cheeses and fruity desserts. and aperitifs, are now regarded as vintages to be enjoyed with everyday dishes, cheeses and fruity desserts.
Omafrida - Cuvée nᵒ004
A 100% organic, 100% French cuvée made from merlot from the Bergerac vineyards, verjuice and infusions of wild plants produced in the Drôme region. Notes of blackcurrant and blackberry combine with a fleshy body and floral touches to bring elegance and complexity. This cuvée is a perfect accompaniment to grilled beef flank steak.
Les Filles de l'Ouest - Schorle The earthy blackcurrant
schorle is originally a German drink made by diluting juice or wine with soda water or lemonade. This blackcurrant Schorle, sweetened with apple, is a real treat. Crisp and tangy, it's a pleasure to return to, especially if accompanied by a slice of pâté en croûte.
Located in the heart of the Beaujolais region, Romain des Grottes produces wines and non-alcoholic beverages. Produced from a subtle blend of organic plant infusions and fruit juices (grape and apple), this cuvée is processed like a white wine, revealing its complexity. Slightly sparkling and refreshing, with an elegant texture and aromas of lemon, pepper and basil, it is the perfect accompaniment to a roasted eggplant salad.
Winemakerat Château Saint-Ferdinand in the heart of the lussac-saint-émilionvineyards , Noémie Tanneau infuses various mints and lemon thyme into a drink made from grape juice and verjuice. With no added sugar, the balance is perfect between lightness and sweetness, around an energetic aroma of citrus and menthol. Tarama, lentil hummus and falafel are excellent companions.
Winegrowers in the Hérault region of France, Michel and Catherine Vincent have created Villa Martelle to offer a 0% alcohol, 100% organic gourmet drink. made from grape juice and infusions of plants and coffee, this drink is a wonderful discovery, combining the gourmet taste of blackcurrant fruit with the flavors of coldbrewcoffee . It's smooth, refreshing and spiced up by the chili pepper, which replaces the heat of the alcohol. drink chilled, depending on the season, with roast chicken, green beans and a few kalamata olives .
Maël and Marie-Noëlle, based in Padern in the Corbières, plant trees, grow saffron and produce kefir, including this cuvée made with dried apricots, lavender floral water and rice koji. An original product that clearly needs to be aerated, however, to unveil a floral, vegetal experience, a delicate but present texture thanks to the koji, and a marked acidity. to be enjoyed with a goat's cheese such as Feuille du Limousin.
Passionate about gastronomy and plants, Alix and Henri created the Jardins brand with the aim of offering, in addition to eating well, drinking well. this sparklingwine, made from grape must and infused with rosemary, bergamot and lemon, has a light texture with a hint of chewiness from the Rosmarinusbranch . The aromas are clear, and the citrus and vegetal notes add complexity and energy. serve with veal escalope with lemon and capers.
Bertrand Michat, a former wine merchant, created the Granithbrand with his oenologist wife. This drink, made from French organic herbs and verjuice, takes us on a journey through a bouquet of flowers and red fruits. The bubbles are fine and creamy, and the slight bitterness on the finish gives it length and character. Perfect with chicken and Thai lemongrass sauce.
After two years of research and development, Emmanuelle and Etienne start making their mocktails using gentle distillation. Their blends are made with hydrolatsof flowers, aromatics, herbs, spices and fruits. French Kiss is composed of verjuice, basil and mint for a lightly sparkling, refreshing cuvée. We appreciate its textured mouthfeel and fine balance between sugar, acidity and astringency. share with asparagus risotto.
Produced in Sweden, this cuvée is made fromfruitjuices (sour cherry, grape and rhubarb), spices (pepper, licorice, chili pepper...) and dried fruit.the result is a real balance between roundness, acidity and a few bitters on the finish that add substance. spicy and fruity, with a candied fruit finish. Ideal for barbecued vegetables.
Roxane and Célia have one thing in common: Mediterranean generosity. After marrying apricot and zaatar, then pear and aniseed, it's now the turn of blood orange and chili pepper. A sparkling grenadine-colored drink with a generous, gourmand nose. The palate offers a luscious texture with a finish of orange blossom that harmonizes with the chili pepper. Sugar-free and well-balanced, this creation is ideal with crispy Iranian rice, raisins and pieces of melting lamb.
Osco is the brainchild of Laura Falque and Marion Lebeau, who launched this gourmet sparkling drink combining verjuice, fruit, tea and fig leaves. Éclat Brut reveals a beautiful fruity aromatic palette that accompanies a gourmet, floral and vegetal palate. The fine bubbles and delicate tannins provided by the tea make it the ideal companion for a sweet/savory dish such as filet mignon with grapes.
Delicate green tea, rooibos, hibiscus and chamomile infusion, yuzu, grape and fig, SemiPlume is clearly a drink with volume and aromatic intensity. Notes of fig, orange marmalade, cranberry and spices take you on a long, fruity, gourmet ride through fine bubbles. Delicious with spicy dishes such as prawns with garlic and herbs.
A kefir that can be stored at room temperature. In addition to the lemon notes, there are hints of fresh white grapes. It's light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness to accompany crab rillettes.
Atelier Particulier de Fermentation (APF ) - Leitmotiv
based on red fruit, pepper and rose geranium, this cuvée takes you on a pleasant, delicate journey, with a touch of pepper adding an extra dimension. Gourmand, fine and long: these are just some of theadjectivesused to describe this hand-crafted drink created by sommelier Elsa. A classic strawberry charlotte to accompany it.
