Savennières "Caillardières", Domaine du Closel
Staff Pick
Organic

Savennières "Caillardières", Domaine du Closel - 2022

750 mL
Item # 11723

A delicious Chenin Blanc that will please a crowd and is definitely known as a more accessible Savennières from the Closel estate. Dry yet very giving in fruit and the minerals you can feel offer great balance. The Caillardières vineyards are full of schist and sand soils and the vines are nearing 40 years in average age.
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Color
White
Vintage
2022
Country
France
Region
Loire
Sub-Region
Anjou and Saumur
Appellation/Village
Savennières
Producer
Domaine Du Closel
Grape Variety
Chenin Blanc
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Production Methods

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

Staff Pick Notes

Evelyne DePontbriand took over Domaine du Closel from her parents in 2001. She’s led the transition to certified organic and served as the president of the Savennières AOC. With organic practice in the vineyard and a decidedly hands-off approach in the cellar, Evelyne lets the terrior and the Chenin Blanc speak for themselves. This vintage did not ferment fully dry, and is a bit like a Vouvray in temperament, with crisp acidity, honeysuckle, and orchard fruit, with a beautiful kiss of sweetness.

- JGM

More About This Wine

Loire

There’s a lot to remember when it comes to the Loire. Novices, take note: Cabernet Franc is a great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon, Muscadet is unparalleled as a companion to shellfish, and Cour Cheverny is the best white wine appellation you’ve never heard of. As diverse as Loire wines are, one day soon you'll know your Melon de Bourgogne from your Romorantin.

Chenin Blanc

A versatile grape that is grown worldwide, but is most commonly associated with the Loire, California, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand. It produces just about any type of wine you can think of: ageworthy dessert wines; delicious, honeyed dry whites; sparklers; and even bases for fortified wines and spirits. These days, one of the most exciting stories is in South Africa, where newly adopted winemaking technologies have helped a dedicated group of producers to bring the country's dry...

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