Fabrice Gasnier - Chinon - Le Clos de la Cure blanc 2023

BIODYNAMIC

Keywords :  Fruity / Pleasure / Elegant

The wine : Yes, Chinon also produces white wines! And it would be a real shame to overlook this beautiful cuvée from the Gasnier family... Made from young vines, this 100% Chenin offers both  elegance, minerality, and indulgence. Citrus notes blend with aromas of pear, peach, and white flowers. The palate is fluid but with a very pleasant slight roundness. A terroir-driven cuvée crafted with skill, ideal as an aperitif but also with grilled fish, terrines, goat cheeses, and seafood. A great pleasure with excellent value for money!

Volume : 75cl

Type : White wine

Grape variety : 100% Chenin

AOC : Chinon

Aging potential : Ready to drink now and can be kept until 2029

Serving temperature : 8-10°C

The estate : Located in Cravant-les-Côteaux, in the heart of one of the most beautiful terroirs of the Chinon appellation, Fabrice Gasnier has been at the head of the family estate since 1990, which has belonged to his family since the early 20th century. Covering 35 hectares of clay-limestone, siliceous, and gravel soils, all the cuvées have been certified Biodynamic Agriculture (Demeter) since 2008. More than 90% of the production is dedicated to reds, with Cabernet Franc as the sole grape variety. Harvesting is done by hand and vinification is mainly carried out in concrete vats, with some aging in oak barrels. The purity and depth of the fruit in the family’s wines demonstrate the impeccable management of the estate’s vines, producing extremely healthy grapes.