Clos des Plantes, Poïèsis 2023 Shiraz violet floral-smelling dream

violet floral-smelling dream

So much depth of flavour here

A recipe for power and presence

The Grand Cru term in Alsace can be a bit of a misnomer

Grape: Grenache Noir + Grenache Blanc + Grenache Gris + Cinsault + Carignan + Clairette Blanche + Clairette Rosée

Clos des Plantes, Poïèsis 2023 Shiraz violet floral-smelling dreamPlace: Loire, France Grape: Chenin Blanc Vibe: Natural, textural Chenin Blanc from some enviable vines in Montbenault (Anjou), with a couple of half decent vignerons operating out of the neighbouring plots Olivier Lejeune is at the helm of Clos des Plantes, and is working wonders. Veering toward the tropical, exotic end of the Chenin spectrum here. Fruit power and complexity is all kept in check by soaring acidity. A banger. ABV: 12. 3%