Nicolas Carmarans, VdF "Maximus", 2024 nrhonecount091724 Château Fourcas Dupré is located

Château Fourcas Dupré is located in Listrac-Médoc

but never lacking in backbone

Faccia Brutto Fernet Pianta is a handcrafted Italian-inspired fernet made in Brooklyn by Patrick Miller

a steep slope of iron-rich red slate that gives Riesling both tension and flesh

or just sipping solo

Nicolas Carmarans, VdF "Maximus", 2024 nrhonecount091724 Château Fourcas Dupré is locatedMaximus draws from Carmarans's vineyard conservatory in Marcillac, a patchwork of old vine parcels on granitic soil at 450 meters elevation. Whole bunch maceration for one week, gentle pressing, and aging in old barrels create a wine with red fruit and earthy notes, pink pepper undertones, and a full structure that speaks to the vineyard's altitude and singular terroir.