Clos des Quarterons Domaine Amirault - Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - Le Fondis 2017

BIODYNAMIC

Keywords : Velvety / Depth / Complexity

The wine : Here is a great single-vineyard cuvée from the Loire that pays tribute to Cabernet Franc! Fermented and vinified in demi-muids for 24 months, Le Fondis (named after the locality where the vines are located) is a charming wine with a smooth and deep texture. Boasting beautiful maturity and noble balance, this bottle reveals aromas of violet, blackcurrant, blackberry, pepper, and a touch of eucalyptus. This great Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil from Clos des Quarterons is perfectly ready to drink now but can also improve for a good decade in the cellar! 

Volume : 75cl

Type : Red Wine

Grape variety : 100% Cabernet Franc

AOC : Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil

Aging potential : Ready to drink now and to keep until 2032

Serving temperature : 16-18°C

The estate : Located within the AOC Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, the Clos des Quarterons is an iconic Loire estate owned by the Amirault family for over 180 years. The 37-hectare clay-limestone vineyard is cultivated here using biodynamic agriculture and allows for the production of magnificent wines, whether for pleasure or fine dining. Biodiversity and people are key elements of the project, as evidenced by the family farm and the beautiful garden of medicinal and aromatic plants. Discover the delicious family cuvées combining fruitiness, minerality, and complexity!