LCBO Food & Drink Spring 2023

G érard Bertrand began converting his estates to biodynamics early in 2002, starting with 5 hectares at Domaine de Cigalus. He immediately noticed the benefits of biodynamics on the ecosystem and was convinced that it is the best way to bring wines to the highest level of excellence. 20 years later, all 17 estates, which represents almost 1000 hectares, are now certified. A rare savoir-faire which makes Gérard Bertrand and his team an international reference of Biodynamics. G érard Bertrand is convinced that viticulture must be exemplary and must inspire all agriculture. This is why he decided to extend his impact on the Languedoc vineyard through a 10-year long-term partnership to accompany local growers in their conversion to organic farming.

“ Why must viticulture be exemplary? Our convictions, and my convictions, are that if viticulture changes, it will inspire all agriculture. Viticulture is perhaps the most successful form of agriculture since wine is a transcendent and transcendental product and raises consciousness Gérard Bertrand T hrough those partnerships a unique range of Gérard Bertrand wines with 6 levels of certifications from Organic to Bee Friendly, Vegan, Sulphite free and Biodynamic , is now available worldwide. In the Cévennes valley for instance, Gerard Bertrand with his partners promote biodiversity and take actions to protect pollinating insects. Already recognized for the amazing quality of his rosé brands : Cotes des Roses delicious and round, and Gris Blanc pure and crystalline, Gerard Bertrand is now in the Orange wine category with Orange Gold, a fresh and very elegant style. Always looking forward to the next step, Gerard Bertrand is on the path to be certified Carbon Neutral by 2024. T he Drinks Business has named Gérard Bertrand ‘Green Personality of the Year’, a title that honours individuals who excel in furthering environmental causes by working to spread the word within their company and to a wider audience. Gérard Bertrand also received the Robert Parker Green Emblem which highlights the way he conducts all his activities with the aim of building a better world. “

Product :

Be the change

• Cote des roses Rosé - $19.95 - LCBO 373985 - Sustainable viticulture • Orange Gold - $26.95 - LCBO 23729 - Organic • Change Cabernet Sauvignon - $15.95 - LCBO 30349 - Organic • Château l’Hospitalet Grand Vin - $48.00 - LCBO 30362 - Demeter • Gris Blanc - $15.95 - LCBO 14673 - Organic • Domaine de l’Aigle Chardonnay - $38.95 - LCBO 377671 - Demeter • Domaine de l’Aigle Pinot Noir - $38.95 - LCBO 10015 - Demeter • Pollinat Syrah - $19.95 - LCBO 29506 - Organic & Bee Friendly