Les Noyers 2020

Wine Description for Les Noyers 2020 from Closerie Saint Roc

Colour & Appearance

Dense, luminous cherry red with youthful freshness – a wine that reveals its origin and moderate alcohol content of 12.5% Vol. at first glance.

Nose

Classic Cabernet Franc character with a subtle yet precise bouquet: ripe cassis, dark cherries and a hint of blueberry yoghurt are accompanied by typical herbaceous notes – fresh leaves, herbs and a subtle peat note. These green accents are not intrusive but rather lend the wine complexity and Loire-like elegance.

Palate

Here Les Noyers reveals its true character: cool, juicy and with considerable tension. Compared to other wines from Closerie Saint Roc, this Bordeaux presents itself more structured and tannin-driven – without losing its accessibility. The silky acidity carries a vibrant, transparent fruit that guarantees purity and drinkability. A wine with backbone that already brings pleasure now, yet possesses considerable ageing potential.

Finish

Medium length with lingering freshness and fine tannin grip that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The 2.9-hectare vineyard Les Noyers sits at 90-102 metres elevation and is characterised by complex soil comprising clay (30%), silt (39%) and sand (31%) over Asteria limestone – a combination that promotes freshness and minerality.

Grape Variety & Vinification

80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot. Hand-harvested, spontaneous fermentation and 18 months ageing in used oak barrels. Unfiltered and unfined – an authentic expression of biodynamic winemaking philosophy with elements of agroforestry and permaculture.

Food Pairing Suggestions

The wine’s structure and freshness harmonise beautifully with duck breast with honey, oranges and paprika, game terrine with juniper or a classic lasagne.

Special Features

An exemplary biodynamic Bordeaux with personality – transparent, vibrant and with the courage to embrace cool elegance rather than overripe opulence.