Domaine Thurel Julien

Based in Loiret, in Loury, Julien Thurel has lived multiple lives, including as an ornithologist and a lumberjack. Since 2012, he has put all his energy into researching the best varieties of apples and pears, selecting those most suited to the different soils he works with (flint, limestone, clay). His goal: to produce delicate, complex ciders and perry pears suitable for aging.

All the varieties he works with come from Gâtinais and Sancerrois. A rare element in this production is that he does not use any chemical products and harvests everything by hand, like a traditional farmer. The fruits are then left on racks for 10 days to 1 month, depending on the vintage and variety. This process concentrates the flavors, sugar, and facilitates good pressing. Each variety is pressed and fermented separately and naturally (with natural yeasts) in stainless steel tanks. The second fermentation takes place in barrels. No additives and everything is certified organic. These high-end ciders are tailor-made for the table!