The 1956 vintage emerged amidst a backdrop of tradition and tumult, catalyzing a shift towards minimal-intervention practices as winemakers sought authenticity in their craft. Burgundy’s sun-kissed slopes and Rhône’s stony terraces produced wines brimming with vibrant acidity and depth. The frost that year underscored the resilience of vines, fostering a unique expression of terroir that encapsulated the region’s raw beauty—earthy, floral, and undeniably captivating, reflecting the purity of nature's hand.