DOMAINE L'OCTAVIN Synin

"Domaine de l’Octavin Synin is a genre-defying natural wine from the Jura region of France, crafted by the visionary Alice Bouvot. This quirky blend marries Chenin Blanc and Syrah, sourced from biodynamic vineyards—often Philippe Brand’s plots in Alsace—vinified with a minimalist touch in Bouvot’s Arbois cellar. The Chenin brings zesty brightness while the Syrah, direct-pressed rather than macerated, lends a delicate flush of red fruit and spice. Fermented with native yeasts and bottled unfined, unfiltered, and with minimal or no added sulfur, Synin dances between categories—is it a white, an orange, a rosé? Expect a luminous, hazy hue and a palate alive with crisp citrus, tart red berries, and subtle floral whispers, all framed by a refreshing acidity and a hint of earthy intrigue. From her 5-hectare Demeter-certified estate, where biodiversity thrives among the vines, Bouvot delivers a wine that’s elegant yet playful. Pair Synin with spicy Asian fare, light cheeses, or a warm afternoon—it’s a bottle that invites you to sip outside the lines."