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A French term also used in other countries, referring to a vineyard completely surrounded by a wall, typically made of stone.
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A French term also used in other countries, referring to a vineyard completely surrounded by a wall, typically made of stone. Clos Vougeot is the largest of these in Burgundy. Clos d’Ambonnay owned by Krug, Clos Saint Hilaire by Billiecart in Champagne, and, Clos Sainte Hune owned by Trimbach in Alsace are just a few examples.
A Clos can be incredibly small, I’ve seen several in Burgundy that are literally the backyard of a house!
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Riesling from Mosel, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
Great intensity and transparency! “The 2021er Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese is really restrained and almost non-saying at this early stage, but already hints at the complexity to come as it reveals after a few minutes very delicate notes of whipped almond cream, lily flowers, vineyard peach, minty herbs, smoke, candied grapefruit, and quite some fine spices. The wine proves creamy yet intense and dynamic on the palate. It proves very focused and already hugely long. This will need quit
Chenin Blanc from Savennières, D'Anjou-Saumur
Stunning wine. Epically good, long and fine. Harmony, seamless, delicacy with mid-palate presence and length. Nuanced, refined texture lined by superb phenolics. White flowers, super fresh white stone fruit, quince, hints of lemon oil & bees wax. A little crème patissiere & baking spice. Intoxicating. Massive competitor with 1er Chassage, Puligny, Meursault. Incredible length. ‘Matured with 30% new oak, the 2021 Savennières Clos de la Hutte was made with grapes grown i
Pinot Noir from Chambolle-Musigny, Côte-de-Nuits
“Elegant, airy and very pretty aromas include those of red cherry, raspberry and lovely floral hints. The lilting, refined and utterly delicious middleweight flavors possess the classic lace and grace mouthfeel while delivering fine length on the mineral-driven and youthfully austere finale. This is an excellent Chambolle villages." ♥ Outstanding Top Value Allen Meadows, Burghound 89-92 Points From Beaux Bruns, Aux Combottes and Les Chardannes
Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy
This Climat is almost an extension of the slopes where the Grands Crus grow, with only a small path separating them. Sitting directly alongside Les Preuses, the proximity to its illustrious neighbours results in powerful, mineral wines.This could be from nowhere else but Chablis with its equally cool, elegant and airy aromas of white-fleshed fruit, floral, iodine and subtle passion fruit-scanted nose. The super-sleek, refined and energetic medium weight flavors possess both ample mineral
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