The Wine & Winemaker Winemaker: Manuel Landron & Marion Pescheux (Complemen'terre) Region: Muscadet (Loire Valley), France Grape: Melon de Bourgogne The Story Manuel is a winemaker who loves to talk about his craft, and our visit was no exception. We discussed everything from his past winemaking experiences in Chile to a deep dive into different kinds of 'lactics' (lactic acid bacteria) that shape the wine's texture. Manuel is the son of Jo Landron, a highly established name in the Loire, but with Complemen'terre, he follows his own strict low-intervention path. Then there’s the mystery of the bottle itself. Why does this pét-nat have a traditional cork instead of the usual crown cap? It comes down to classic French wine bureaucracy. Depending on the bottle pressure and specific wine classifications, French authorities sometimes ban crown caps for final sale, forcing winemakers to use a traditional cork and wire cage instead. The Vibe & Tasting Notes Potion Mama is an energetic, unfiltered pét-nat (pétillant naturel) made with minimal intervention. It’s a lively sparkling wine with just the right amount of funk. Thanks to spontaneous fermentation and Manuel’s distinct cellar philosophy, you get a beautiful, cloudy glass with crisp acidity, bright citrus notes, and a soft, thirst-quenching bubble. It’s a playful, highly drinkable wine, the absolute perfect bottle to pop as an aperitif or to kick off an evening.
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