Clos du Gravillas L'Inattendu, Minervois Blanc 2022
France, Languedoc-Roussillon
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£29.90
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£26.90
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Description
In a nutshell:
A complex, full and minerally organic French white from Minervois in the Languedoc
The lowdown:
The name L'Inattendu means 'Unexpected' which is quite apt for this richly textured white has more giong on than might be anticipated. Grenache Blanc along with a bit of Maccabeu is what goes into this really rather complex and multi-layered numer. It's fermented and aged on its lees for 12 months in large oak barrels. The result is a dry and rich wine with a good balance of fresh, minerality and savouriness. There are also some welcome floral notes accompanied by a subtle honey and nuttiness.
The Producer:
Clos du Gravillas a fantastic little domaine based in the hamlet of Saint-Jean de Minervois, deep in the Languedoc. Founded in the 1990s and run by local girl Nicole Bojanowski and her American husband John on completely organic principles they produce wines "that talk and help make magic moments with friends sat around a table". Their landscape is rough and rugged 'garrigue', so is great for vines. And with the vineyards on 300m high slopes the cool evening breezes help the fruit retain its natural acidity while hot summer days build good structure and depth. In some ways the domaine is a bit old school, growing tiny parcels of 15 different varieties, quite a few of which have been there a lifetime. As a result they turn out a number of different wines all of them small production and full of interest.
When to drink:
With its rich complexty this is a great food wine and great to go alongside meaty fish dishes and full flavoured cheeses.
Organic
A complex, full and minerally organic French white from Minervois in the Languedoc
The lowdown:
The name L'Inattendu means 'Unexpected' which is quite apt for this richly textured white has more giong on than might be anticipated. Grenache Blanc along with a bit of Maccabeu is what goes into this really rather complex and multi-layered numer. It's fermented and aged on its lees for 12 months in large oak barrels. The result is a dry and rich wine with a good balance of fresh, minerality and savouriness. There are also some welcome floral notes accompanied by a subtle honey and nuttiness.
The Producer:
Clos du Gravillas a fantastic little domaine based in the hamlet of Saint-Jean de Minervois, deep in the Languedoc. Founded in the 1990s and run by local girl Nicole Bojanowski and her American husband John on completely organic principles they produce wines "that talk and help make magic moments with friends sat around a table". Their landscape is rough and rugged 'garrigue', so is great for vines. And with the vineyards on 300m high slopes the cool evening breezes help the fruit retain its natural acidity while hot summer days build good structure and depth. In some ways the domaine is a bit old school, growing tiny parcels of 15 different varieties, quite a few of which have been there a lifetime. As a result they turn out a number of different wines all of them small production and full of interest.
When to drink:
With its rich complexty this is a great food wine and great to go alongside meaty fish dishes and full flavoured cheeses.
Organic
Details
| Categories | Wine / White Wine / Vibrant & Tangy Whites |
| Country | France |
| Region | Languedoc-Roussillon |
| Grape Variety | Grenache Blanc |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Volume | 75cl |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Organic/Biodynamic | Organic |
| Vegan/Vegetarian | Not specified |
| SKU | GR1518WN |
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