DOMAINE DE LA GRAND COUR FLEURIE CLOS DE LA GRAND COUR 750ML

Vineyard

A true clos (walled vineyard) and eight hectare monopole of Dutraive family. Vine age ranges from 30-70 years old.

Soil

Very little topsoil before hitting granite.

Viticulture

No herbacides or pesticides, organically farmed, soils are worked, all fruit is hand-harvested.

Vinification

Traditional vinification without sulfur and with natural yeast at very low temperatures. Carbonic maceration and little or no filtering. Jean-Louis' motto in the cellar is "minimal intervention and maximum surveillance."

Aging

35% in stainless steel, 30% in fûts de chêne, 30% foudres for 9-12 months.

Production

2500 cases produced

Notes

Fruitier than its old vine counterpart, this flagship Fleurie defines Dutriave terroir and style. Aromas of dark cherry, violets and exotic spices on the nose. Rustic and complex on the palate, Dutraive compares the Grand'Cour to a baby Beaune Rouge in its muscle and bredth.