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Clau De Nell
Cuvee Violette 2013
Clau De Nell
A velvet-textured blend of cabernet franc from 40-year-old vines and cabernet sauvignon from 60-year-old vines, this has a cool, foresty feel in the 2013 vintage. It ripened to figgy richness and plummy sweetness without losing its bright edge of acidity. Healthy and fresh, this should develop complexity as it ages.
REGION :Loire, France
GRAPE : Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
฿2,020 -
Clau De Nell
Cabernet Franc 2013
Clau De Nell
The 2013 Clau de Nell Cabernet Franc is a sensational effort. This gorgeous Cabernet Franc was sourced from vines 35-40 years in age, situated on silty-clay terroir, consisting of sandstone grit and red flint on tuffeau. As it begins to unwind it releases striking aromas of black raspberries and wild forest berries which come together beautifully with dried violets, tobacco, smoldering ash and a touch of white pepper. On the palate this is medium to full-bodied and firmly structured with fine, silky tannins and remarkable overall balance and precision. It continues to impress all the way into the long finish which is laced with wild berries, dried floral and peppery spices. This is a completely compelling, elegant display of Cabernet Franc which will need some additional time in bottle, but should evolve gracefully for years to come.
REGION :Loire, France
GRAPE : Cabernet Franc
฿2,020
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