Blanc de Noir VdF 2022

Wine Description for Blanc de Noir VdF 2022 by Clau de Nell

Colour & Appearance

Luminous, pale yellow with delicate silvery reflections – it’s hard to believe that only red grapes are involved here. A Blanc de Noir of impressive optical purity.

Nose

The nose is of remarkable complexity: cherry and dark berries meet quince and apricot skin, followed by seductive notes of hazelnut, café au lait and a hint of leather. With a little air, the wine opens up to wild herbs, undergrowth and a subtle wood smoke. An aromatic profile that captivates and intrigues – complex, distinctive, unmistakable.

Palate

On the palate, the wine unfolds with wonderful juiciness and fullness. Ripe apple meets sweet plums and nectarines, supported by fine, well-integrated tannins that recall Cabernet Franc and lend the wine an unexpected structure. The fruit sweetness is charming, never obtrusive – a wine with genuine character.

Finish

Long, spicy and marked by pleasant freshness. The finish maintains the balance between fruity warmth and invigorating tension – a lingering finale that invites the next sip.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Cabernet Franc, vinified as a classic Blanc de Noir – the red grapes are separated from skin contact immediately after gentle pressing, which explains the pale colour and elegant fruit purity. A craftsman-like precise vinification that clothes the distinctive characteristics of this great Loire variety in a white garment.

Food Pairing Suggestions

This wine is a versatile table companion. Ideal with Asian cuisine – such as Vietnamese summer rolls or Thai curry – equally convincing with game dishes, mushroom risotto or an aromatic entrecôte with herb butter.

Special Features

An extraordinary project from the renowned winery Clau de Nell in the Loire, which demonstrates with this Blanc de Noir how multifaceted Cabernet Franc can be. A wine for the curious and adventurous – beyond all categories, yet with unmistakable terroir expression.