Meeting Grand Nez Spirits: Producer of exceptional organic gin in Lot-et-Garonne

In our October 2021 box, we had the pleasure of introducing our community to Gin Attribut Nº1, an organic artisanal gin with multiple awards, produced in Nérac, in the southwest of France, by the Distillerie du Grand Nez.

A distillery inspired by history and the terroir

The name Grand Nez pays tribute to Henri IV, an emblematic figure of Nérac, often nicknamed thus. This historical nod is reflected on the bottle's label and also highlights the importance of the sense of smell — the "nose" — in the art of tasting spirits.

Created by Anne-Hélène Vialaneix, an agronomist engineer and oenologist, and Eric Lugas, an entrepreneur in the agri-food sector, the Grand Nez distillery embodies a shared passion for taste, terroir, and values of authenticity.

A local, organic, and committed gin

The distillery's mission: to create exceptional organic spirits that highlight the agricultural wealth of Lot-et-Garonne, the leading kiwi producer in France and a pioneering region in sustainable crops (stevia, goji, organic hops…).

Convinced that gin is the best expression of this agricultural diversity, the founders respect the specifications of London Dry Gin while integrating fresh, local, and organic fruits, which bring typicity, freshness, and character to their creations.

Did you know? Gin is a clear spirit that cannot tolerate any imperfections. No barrel aging, no additions after distillation: only the quality of the ingredients and the purity of the water matter.

A handcrafted and nature-friendly production

All the ingredients come from Organic Farming. The alcoholic base is made from 100% organic and French cereals. The 10 botanicals (including juniper berries, local kiwis, lemon verbena, citrus, chamomile, coriander…) macerate slowly in the cold, then are slowly distilled in a Charentais still.

The gin is neither cold-filtered nor modified by additives, to preserve all its aromatic intensity.

An impressive record

Gin Attribute Nº1 to seduce the juries of the greatest international competitions:

• 🥇 Gold Medal – Spirits Selection – Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2020)

• 🥈 Silver Medal – World Gin Awards – London (2021)

• 👩🎤 Gold Medal – Concours Mondial des Féminalise (2021)

• 🏅 Grand Gold – Frankfurt International Trophy (2023)

  Elected "Best French Spirit of the Competition"

The signature cocktail: French Cäpi 🍸

Recipe by Anne-Hélène Vialaneix
📸 Photo by Citron Caviar Studio

Ingredients:

• 45 ml Attribut Nº1 Gin

• 1 tsp of coconut sugar or cane syrup

• 1/2 lime cut lengthwise

• A good crushed ice

Preparation:
In an Old Fashioned glass, add the sugar and half a lime sliced. Muddle lightly.
Add the crushed ice, then pour the gin.
Stir, then place a lime zest on top.
→ A fresh, tangy, and elegant cocktail, perfect for summer!

Why discover Gin Attribut Nº1?

If you are looking for a French artisanal gin, 100% organic, with powerful and natural aromas, and crafted with full respect for the terroir and people, Attribut Nº1 by Grand Nez Spirits is a true gem to enjoy neat or in a cocktail.

📌 To remember

• 🌿 French organic gin made from ingredients sourced from organic farming

• 📍 Artisanal distillery located in Nérac, in the heart of Lot-et-Garonne

• 🥝 Composed of 10 botanicals, including local kiwis, citrus fruits, lemon verbena

• 🧪 Artisanal method: cold maceration, slow distillation, no cold filtration

• 🏅 Multi-awarded internationally: Gold in Brussels, Silver in London, Grand Gold in Frankfurt

• 💧 Without additives or preservatives, with a reduction to pure water

• 🤝 Commitment to a local, sustainable, and fair agricultural model

👉 Discover this gin in our selection of artisan organic gins.