| Producer | Famille Joly |
| Country | France |
| Region | Loire Valley |
| Varietal | Chenin Blanc |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Sku | 16520 |
| Size | 750ml |
Vineyard Owner: Joly Family
Vine Age: 45-50 years
Soil: Shale and sand
Exposure: Southern
Density: 20 hectoliters per hectare
First Year of Production: 1130
Vintage Report
The 2021 vintage is the smallest volume we’ve ever produced. Frost hit badly and by late April about 60% of the crops were lost. The cold weather finally subsided and flowering happend in late June, with good weather conditions and not much disease pressure. A quiet, hot, and dry summer. The berries matured slowly and gained a bit more volume through early September, with the harvest starting on September 27.
The positive side of a late vintage is that the botrytis appears end of September with the morning fog of the Loire. The small harvest was finished within 10 days but in very beautiful conditions. Fermentation went smoothly up to January and the wines stayed on the fine lees until final racking, filtration, and bottling at the end of June. The wine is very balanced and very elegant.
Average Yields: 13 hl/ha
Vinification
100% indigenous yeasts, no settling, no temperature control during fermentation and no fining
Malolactic: 100%
Barrel Aging: 5 months in old oak barrels
Technical Information
Varietal Composition: 100% Chenin Blanc
Alcohol: 14.5%
TA: 3.2 g/L
RS: 2.8 g/L
'"The 2021 Clos de la Coulée de Serrant is a dry, floral Chenin Blanc produced from late-picked grapes, done in 3 passes with around 1/10th affected by botrytis. Grown biodynamically and vinified with minimal intervention, the resulting wine is intriguing and idiosyncratic. With a rich golden color, there's a sensation of sweetness allied with honeyed fruit and fullness of high alcohol. Low yields are reflected in the intense concentration. It is a serious, structured style with well-handled phenolics providing grip and contributing to its length, while the season's bright acidity ensures fres
Rebecca Gibb MW, October 2023
"A natural-leaning, funky version for fans of the offbeat style. Shows earth and ripe fruit that share the stage with citrus, melon and sugared plum lacquered with salty brine, pickled ginger, warm soil and chamomile. Silky smooth in texture, with orange zest adding nice range and depth."
Kristen Bieler, November 2023
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