Abbie Roden & Will Sandbach

Abbie Roden and Will Sandbach are the founders of Amie Wines, a modern wine brand that blends quality winemaking with a strong social mission. With backgrounds in branding and the wine industry, the duo launched Amie Wines to create a contemporary, accessible, and vegan-friendly collection that resonates with today’s wine lovers. Their passion for great wine and meaningful experiences led them to collaborate with expert winemakers in France, particularly in Languedoc and Limoux. Beyond winemaking, they emphasize sustainability and charity, donating a portion of proceeds to clean water initiatives. Their innovative approach has positioned Amie Wines as a fresh, ethical, and stylish brand in the industry.

Located in Languedoc, southern France, Limoux is a historic wine region known for its sparkling wines, with records dating back to 1531 when Benedictine monks at the Abbey of Saint-Hilaire pioneered the first bubbly wine. The region is famous for Crémant de Limoux and Blanquette de Limoux, made from Mauzac, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, and Pinot Noir. With high-altitude vineyards (200–450m), Limoux enjoys a cooler climate than much of Languedoc, benefiting from Mediterranean and Atlantic influences that create fresh, crisp wines. The region’s limestone, clay, and gravel soils enhance the wines' complexity and minerality. Beyond sparkling wines, Limoux also produces elegant still wines, particularly Chardonnay-based Limoux Blanc. Winemakers balance tradition and innovation, ensuring Limoux remains a key player in France’s historic sparkling wine heritage.