Julie Karsten

Julie Karsten is a passionate winemaker based in Castillon-du-Gard, a picturesque village in the Rhône Valley, France. She manages a 10-hectare estate, where she farms Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, and Mourvèdre using organic and biodynamic practices. Julie inherited the vineyard from her in-laws in 2008 and has since embraced a low-intervention approach to winemaking, emphasizing respect for the environment. She avoids synthetic pesticides and herbicides, instead promoting healthy, living soils to create "living wines." Her wines, like the Côtes-du-Rhône' Métaphysique des Cuves', are made using indigenous yeasts and minimal sulfur, with fermentation occurring in fiberglass and stainless steel tanks. This wine reflects her philosophy, offering vibrant fruit flavors and a fresh, approachable style showcasing the Southern Rhône terroir. Julie's vineyard, located near the famous Pont du Gard, benefits from diverse soil types and the garrigue (scrubland), which adds complexity to her wines. Her natural, hands-on approach and dedication to sustainability make her a respected figure in the natural wine community. Her estate produces around 30,000–45,000 bottles annually, all marked by their purity and connection to the land.

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