IGP Val de Loire Grolleau Clau de Nell 2011
12.5%
0.75L
Intensity
This biodynamic Grolleau is dense and concentrated without losing any of its dynamism.
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IGP Val de Loire Grolleau Clau de Nell 2011
The wine
Cuvée Grolleau is a dense, concentrated and mellow wine, with some peppery notes. It is the perfect companion for meats of all kinds, especially offal.
About the Producer Clau de Nell
This domaine with its long-standing reputation was taken over in the early 2000s by a couple of winegrowers from Burgundy, Nelly and Claude Pichard who sought to get the very best from the terroir by using the area’s three traditional red grape varieties (Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grolleau) and following natural methods both with the vines and in the cellar. In 2008 the domaine had gone into liquidation and was bought by Anne-Claude Leflaive, from the famous, eponymous Puligny-Montrachet domaine. Then in 2009, a new manager was recruited, Sylvain Potain, who is still in charge of the domaine today. Drawing "inspiration" from Domaine Leflaive, biodynamic methods are used to work the vines (but with the skill that comes only from lengthy experience) and vinification is also carried out as naturally as possible by striving for extensive extraction but through extended infusion rather than by physically working the must (pigeagesfor example). Ageing lasts from 12 to 24 months in troglodyte caves. A domaine that is leading the way in Anjou.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level: 1 NormalObservations: 1 Wax capsule, 1 Marginally marked labelOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 12.5 %
Region: Loire Valley
Appellation: IGP Val de Loire
Owner: Clau de Nell
Vintage: 2011
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Intensity: leaves you wanting more
Leading aroma: red fruit
Tasting occasion: aperitif