Calvez Bobinet
Saumur, Loire Valley, France
Located just outside Saumur, in the Loire Valley, Domaine Bobinet is Émeline and Sébastien. In 2002, Sébastien inherited from his grandparents two hectares of old-vines estate, that he has since expanded to seven. The decision to work organically was imperative, especially under the influence of his early mentor Olivier Cousin. In 2007, his need for experimentation and interest in carbonic maceration led him to Bernard Pontonnier. In 2011, his partner Emeline, a previous professional dancer and then trained sommelier, joined him in the Domaine. With their collaboration, the domaine took on a new dimension and asserts itself as a solid value for natural wines made in the Loire region.
Today, Emeline is mainly responsible for the vinification, and Sebastien manages the entire viticulture part.
