Clau de Nell - Grolleau 2017
The Grolleau is vivid, fresh and very delicate for a great complexity.
Clau de Nell is a tiny, triumphant, biodynamic winery. It is the brainchild of some of the wine world’s most forward thinkers. The late Anne-Claude Leflaive bought Clau de Nell in 2008 and appointed Sylvain Potin as manager. The Grolleau is an autochtone varietal from Anjou and also the oldest vines at Clau de Nell at 90 years of age.
The nose has a lovely fresh pepper spice, and some fresh raspberry and red cherry. The palate is very lively, fruity with delicate spices. You can drink it now by decanting it for 20 minutes or cellar up to 2028+. It goes well with charcuterie, lamb racks, beef and cow cheeses. 100% Grolleau.
- What we say
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"That is one of the best Grolleau expressions we've ever tried with a profile as fine as some lovely Pinot Noirs or great Gamays. The flavours are striking a good balance between fruits and spices on a delicate frame of tannins. That is to try at all cost."
What we say
"That is one of the best Grolleau expressions we've ever tried with a profile as fine as some lovely Pinot Noirs or great Gamays. The flavours are striking a good balance between fruits and spices on a delicate frame of tannins. That is to try at all cost."
Technical notes