the traditional Beaujolais technique that enhances aromatic complexity and fruitiness without artifice
is south south east exposed and the yields are low
His son Pierre-François Maldant has overseen vinification since 2010
finishing elegant and refined
Clos des Papes Chteauneuf-du-Pape 2020 750ml Chardonnay the traditional Beaujolais technique thatCritic tasting note: (2020 vintage) "Flowers are the first thing you notice before discovering all the spice, cloves, kirsch, and dark cherries on the nose. On the palate, the wine is silky, elegant, fresh, supple, and refined. The kirsch shows a beautiful purity and spicy character, along with its refined tannins and peppery strawberries that kick in at the end of the finish. The wine is a blend of 55% Grenache, 30% Mourvedre, and 10% Syrah with the