Joguet, Chinon Varennes Grand Clos Brut Zero with a layer of tannins

with a layer of tannins gripping the finish

violets and incense

Trying to handle so many sites needing so much selection in so short a time “was close to the limit

this is already beautiful in your glass

Silky tannins wrap around dark-toned fruit

Joguet, Chinon Varennes Grand Clos Brut Zero with a layer of tanninsFrom a plot of ungrafted vines that were selected out of the old material planted at Les Varennes, and harvested and bottled sooner than the regular cuvee, a 2005 Chinon Les Varennes du Grand Clos Franc de Pied displays a singular clarity as well as a flattering creaminess of texture to go along with its fresh fruitedness. Palate staining blackberry and cassis fruit wreathed in herbs and flowers and studded with pungent citrus zest combine for a