Located on the upper slopes of Panzoult, 12 plots of Cabernet Franc make up this estate’s flagship wine. An easy-drinking, balanced, and flavorful Chinon, brimming with black fruit. Aged in concrete tanks, the wine’s fruit-forward character takes center stage, with a supple, rich, and generous palate. An absolute must-try!
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Eye
Ruby red
Nose
Crisp and charming, with aromas of wild strawberries and blackberries
Palate
Very rich, full-bodied, and fresh, with a long, smooth finish; pronounced yet refined tannins; and aromas of licorice as it ages
Serve
At 16°C
Drink before
2029
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with a barbecued rib roast, beef bourguignon, or small game...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2020 guide) 15,5/20 (Very good wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
A sleek, juicy tannin with a rich, indulgent fruit profile that’s fresher than the 2018 on the finish.
About the estate:
In 2018 and 2019, Nicolas Grosbois’s wines ranked among the best in their appellation; this talented winemaker from the Loire Valley skillfully cultivates his 9 hectares of Chinon vineyards using biodynamic methods. Those who don’t care for oaky wines will find much to enjoy at the estate, especially since the wines are sourced from the yellow sands of Panzoult—which lend them more natural suppleness than clay-limestone soils. The “Gabarre” cuvée takes its name from the boats that once sailed the river; it features expressive, approachable tannins while retaining a peppery finish. The “Clos-du-Noyer” exhibits graphite notes that blend with black fruit, accompanied by an intense, well-structured sap-like quality. With prices that remain reasonable and accessible, this is a true gem of a winery, highly recommended.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
A former 15th-century fortified farmhouse situated on the hillside above Chinon. The Grosbois family has been growing grapes there since 1850; a long tradition carried on since 2008 by Nicolas, who explored the world of winemaking—in France and abroad (Chile, Oregon, Australia...)—before taking over this 15-hectare vineyard.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2021 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a good standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
The gentle, uniform slopes of the commune of Panzoult consist mainly of “millarge”—yellow quartz-rich sands—on which Cabernet Franc produces Chinons that are less tannic than those grown on clay-limestone soils. “This sun-drenched terroir needs to be showcased,” explains Nicolas Grosbois, who joined the family estate in 2008 after spending ten years as a ‘flying winemaker.’ Having spent time in New Zealand and Chile, this thirty-something returned with a strong aversion to oak. He ferments and ages his reds exclusively in tanks. His Clos du Noyer cuvée prioritizes the full expression of the grape’s flavor while emphasizing finesse. Montet, the new creation born on a limestone slab, is one of Chinon’s great reds. Nicolas Grosbois is also a managing partner at the Domaine des Hauts Baigneux (Azay-le-Rideau).
Customer Rating
1/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Posted on September 17, 2023
Everything I don't like about the Loire: a generic, uninteresting Cabernet Franc with a very unpleasant, pronounced acidity. Best to forget it!
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