2023 Clos de la Bretonnière, Domaine de la Taille aux Loups, Jacky Blot

2023 Clos de la Bretonnière, Domaine de la Taille aux Loups, Jacky Blot

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This is another of the domaine's outstanding monopole vineyards. Like Clos de Venise, it actually lies within Vouvray, but becuase it is vinified on the other side of the river, in Montlouis, it cannot use the AOC name on its label. This irritating quirk of appellation beaurocracy should not overshadow the quality found here. Bretonnière has astonishing length and persistence. This, combined with its perfectly weighted body gives the impression of both concentration and density as well as a light-as-air frame, make it a captivating Chenin Blanc. It brims with citrus and blossom notes on the nose, with a spicy, saline palate. Yet again a pick of the vintage.

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£135.00
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£22.50
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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Montlouis, Touraine, Loire, France
  • Grape
    Chenin Blanc
  • Maturity
    Young 2026 - 2036info
  • Colour
    White
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)

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