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    Christophe Peyrus

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    Portrait of Christophe Peyrus

    Portrait of Christophe Peyrus

    i. Biography

    Revue du Vin de France’s 2 Stars for Clos Marie in Pic Saint-Loup, Languedoc, France, is the defining marker of Christophe Peyrus’s public reputation. His vineyard language is geological and direct: "We are not on plains of vines; it is extremely fractured, with different topography and extremely disturbed geology."

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    The Essentials With Françoise Julien, Peyrus took over the family vineyards at Clos Marie in 1991. He speaks of the place through labor, risk, and patience: "We've been working in this profession for 30 years in Pic Saint-Loup, but it's rather delicate and difficult, and very unpredictable." His view of the craft is spare: "The profession is full of love and patience." He also places the work inside a young appellation: "We were born winemakers in the middle of this very young appellation, which is very beautiful, very beautiful for its dynamism, its winemakers, and the place too."

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    FAQ

    Asked of Christophe

    • What is Christophe Peyrus known for?

      He is known for the Revue du Vin de France 2 Stars associated with Clos Marie.

    • Where does Christophe Peyrus work?

      His approved profile is tied to Clos Marie in Pic Saint-Loup, Languedoc, France.

    • Who is Christophe Peyrus?

      He is a winemaker who took over family vineyards with Françoise Julien in 1991.

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