Yann Bertrand
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New-wave Fleurie natural wine — pure, elegant, sulfur-free Gamay.
Yann Bertrand is a leading figure among the new generation of natural winemakers in Beaujolais. Based in Fleurie at his family's estate (Domaine Les Bertrand), he took over from his parents and farms roughly nine hectares certified organic and biodynamic since 2013. His wines come from Fleurie, Morgon, Saint-Amour, Lantignié, and Beaujolais-Villages parcels, virtually all Gamay. Influenced by Fleurie neighbors such as Yvon Métras and Julie Balagny, Yann works with cold carbonic whole-cluster fermentation in concrete tanks followed by aging in old oak barrels, adding no sulfur and bottling unfined and unfiltered. The wines are celebrated for their purity, elegance, and vibrant fruit expression of the region's granitic terroir.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for lovers of pure, terroir-driven natural wines who appreciate the delicate, floral nuances of Gamay from cru Beaujolais.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Yann Bertrand's wine organic?
- Yes. The family estate has been certified organic and biodynamic since 2013, farming roughly nine hectares in Beaujolais.
- Does Yann Bertrand use sulfur in his winemaking?
- He follows a minimal-intervention philosophy: no sulfur is added during production, and the wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered.
- What grape variety does he primarily use?
- Virtually all of his cuvées are made from Gamay, expressing the granitic terroirs of Fleurie and neighboring crus.
- Which appellations does Yann Bertrand produce wine from?
- He makes cuvées from Fleurie, Morgon, Saint-Amour, Lantignié, and Beaujolais-Villages.
- Do his wines pair well with Japanese food?
- Yes. The vibrant acidity and low tannin of his Gamay make it an excellent match for Japanese cuisine, including grilled fish and soy-based dishes.