{"title":"Sylvain Bock","description":"\u003cp\u003eSylvain Bock is a natural winemaker based in Alba-la-Romaine, in the Ardèche region of southern France. His path to winemaking was not straightforward. After studying foreign languages, he decided to follow his interest in wine and spent nearly ten years learning the craft in the Rhône Valley, Burgundy, and even New Zealand. An important influence was Gérald Oustric of Le Mazel, who introduced him to a more natural approach to winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2010, Sylvain started his own domaine with four hectares of organically farmed vines. His goal was simple: to make the wines he enjoyed drinking, without unnecessary chemicals or intervention. Today, he works around seven hectares, taking care of the soil and harvesting grapes by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis vineyards grow on two very different types of soil: limestone and volcanic basalt. He works with several grape varieties, including Grenache, Syrah, Gamay, Chardonnay, and Merlot. In the cellar, fermentation happens naturally with native yeasts, and the wines are made without filtration or added sulphites. Sylvain also believes in giving wines time, sometimes keeping them in the cellar longer if he feels they are not ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis wines are known for their freshness, fruit, and easy-drinking character, often with playful names like Suck a Rock, Raffut, and Fruit Jazz. Behind these names is a thoughtful winemaker who believes that good wine begins with healthy vineyards and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sylvain-bock-ne-fais-pas-sans-blanc","title":"Ne fais pas sans blanc","description":"\u003cp\u003eNe fais pas sans blanc is a white wine built around Chardonnay and Grenache Blanc, with the Chardonnay coming from 35-year-old vines and the Grenache Blanc from 50-year-old vines on calcareous silt soils. The two grapes are vinified together, then aged for ten months in a mix of oak barrels, stainless steel tanks and a small part in a stoneware jar. This gives the wine both roundness and freshness, without making it feel heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it brings notes of peach, yellow fruit, dried fruit and almond, with a quiet touch of oak. The palate is full and structured, with mineral tension and a gently bitter, almost liquorice-like finish. It is a good match for fish, grilled squid or skate wing with capers. Made organically with no added sulfites, it can be enjoyed now, but also has good ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sylvain Bock","offers":[{"title":"2025 \/ 75CL","offer_id":56507333312854,"sku":"SBOC0012575","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/files\/sylvain-bock-ne-fais-pas-sans-blanc.jpg?v=1794068074"},{"product_id":"sylvain-bock-ella-ma-serre","title":"Ella m'a serré","description":"\u003cp\u003eElla m’a serré is an orange wine from Ardèche, made from a blend led by Sauvignon Blanc, with Ugni Blanc, also known as Trebbiano, and Xarel·lo. The grapes spend time on their skins, giving the wine a deep golden colour, a little texture, and a gentle tannic feel without making it heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe name is a playful French reference to maceration, with a nod to Ella Fitzgerald. In the glass, it shows notes of pear, lychee and muscat grape, followed by a richer southern character with hints of thyme, rosemary, bay leaf and green olives. Fresh acidity and a light bitter finish keep it balanced. It works well as an original aperitif, especially with cheeses or Picholine olives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sylvain Bock","offers":[{"title":"2025 \/ 75CL","offer_id":56507335672150,"sku":"SBOC0022575","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/files\/sylvain-bock-ella-ma-serre.jpg?v=1794068064"},{"product_id":"sylvain-bock-agathe-de-blouge","title":"Agathe de Blouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eAgathe de Blouge is a light red with an unusual twist: it is made from Chardonnay and Grenache Noir in equal parts. This “blouge” style sits somewhere between white and red in spirit, giving a wine that feels fresh, juicy and easy to drink rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes grow on limestone silt and basalt soils, and the wine is aged in stainless steel to keep its direct fruit character. Expect a bright redcurrant-juice colour, with notes of redcurrant, fresh plum, cherry, raspberry and a touch of ripe fruit. On the palate it is clean and lively, with gentle minerality and a small bitter note on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade organically and with no added sulfites, it may show a slight natural fizz when opened. Serve it a little cool, around 14°C, with roast beef, lightly cooked red meat, or simply as the bottle to open when you want something easy and different.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sylvain Bock","offers":[{"title":"2025 \/ 75CL","offer_id":56507337146710,"sku":"SBOC0032575","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/files\/sylvain-bock-agathe-de-blouge.jpg?v=1794068059"},{"product_id":"sylvain-bock-neck","title":"Neck","description":"\u003cp\u003eNeck is a red Grenache with a clear link to its place: it is named after the “neck” of Sceautres, a large volcanic rock above soils of basalt and limestone. The grapes come from old vines, which bring depth, while the winemaking keeps the fruit fresh and open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is made with 11 days of carbonic maceration, then aged in stainless steel tanks, so there is no heavy oak influence. Expect a fruit-forward style with notes of cherry, red berries, rose and a light spicy, savoury touch. The tannins are present but gentle, with a fresh, mouth-watering feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made organically and without added sulphites. Serve slightly cool with charcuterie, veal, red meat, or a simple dish with sage, such as saltimbocca alla romana.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sylvain Bock","offers":[{"title":"2025 \/ 75CL","offer_id":56507339506006,"sku":"SBOC0042575","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/files\/sylvain-bock-neck.jpg?v=1794068078"},{"product_id":"sylvain-bock-merlomania","title":"Merlomania","description":"\u003cp\u003eMerlomania is a pure Merlot from Sylvain Bock, made from 53-year-old vines rooted in clay-limestone soils in Ardèche. It is made with carbonic maceration, a method that brings out juicy fruit, then spends a year in old barrels, which gives it more shape and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a red that can be served slightly chilled, but still has real structure. Expect ripe black fruit, a touch of earth, clove and gentle spice, with a fleshy texture and velvety tannins. There is also a subtle smoky and green note that keeps the wine fresh rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe name is playful: this cuvée was created for music lovers and Merlot fans, taking the place of Sylvain Bock’s Suck a Rock cuvée for one release. It is organic and made without added sulfites. If you have time, decant it before serving; it pairs especially well with roast pork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sylvain Bock","offers":[{"title":"2024 \/ 75CL","offer_id":56507339768150,"sku":"SBOC0052475","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/files\/sylvain-bock-merlomania.jpg?v=1794068069"},{"product_id":"sylvain-bock-raffut","title":"Raffut","description":"\u003cp\u003eRaffut is a pure Syrah from old vines in Valvignères, grown on clay-limestone soils. Most of the grapes are vinified with carbonic maceration, which helps keep the wine fresh and easy to enjoy, while a smaller part is made in a more traditional way to add depth and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt spends around a year in oak barrels, giving a light rounding effect without covering the fruit. In the glass, it shows classic Syrah notes of violet, liquorice, black olive and tapenade, with a gentle spicy side and silky structure. The style nods to Northern Rhône Syrah, but stays lively and approachable. Made organically, with no added sulfites, it is a good match for lamb, grilled red meat, stews or dishes with herbs and olives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sylvain Bock","offers":[{"title":"2024 \/ 75CL","offer_id":56507340128598,"sku":"SBOC0062475","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/files\/sylvain-bock-raffut.jpg?v=1794068083"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9763\/3878\/collections\/sylvain-bock.jpg?v=1794067541","url":"https:\/\/antihype.wine\/es\/collections\/winery-sylvain-bock.oembed","provider":"Antihype Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}