Joguet, Chinon Varennes Grand Clos Brut Zero Trying to handle so many

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

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which includes 10% Merlot

Silky tannins wrap around dark-toned fruit

Joguet, Chinon Varennes Grand Clos Brut Zero Trying to handle so manyFrom 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