2019 Francois Cazin Cour-Cheverny, Loire Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE 100% Romorantin. Cour Cheverny has only existed as an AOC since 1997; Franois Cazin was instrumental in the drive to establish it to save this ancient local variety. The Cazin vines are planted on clay limestone soils; some go all the way back to 1928. The farming is sustainable and the harvest by hand. The bunches are direct pressed and the wine fermented in steel tank with native yeasts. It is aged on its lees without stirring in 23

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the wine is an all-estate blend of Pinot Gris

10-12 years of aging - easily

The grapes to produce this wine were sourced from selected vineyard sites located in the heart of the Roero winegrowing area

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one of the biggest factors to influence wine is the soil in which the vineyard is planted

there is next to no tannin in the skins

The exact blend may vary in proportion from year to year

this tea towel measures 24x31 inches and features a stunning design that showcases the iconic Parisian skyline in vibrant red tones

100% Gamay – single vineyard

The vines were planted in 1924

and floral undertones lead into a palate layered with spice