Julien Courtois
Clos de la Bruyère Loire Gamay Blend
Loire Valley, France
Exactly what I find myself reaching for these days. Driven by brambly, tart cranberry/raspberry/blackberry and a bit of rustic, earthy charm without being overwhelming. Natural wine that's also sound.
Exactly what I find myself reaching for these days. Driven by brambly, tart cranberry/raspberry/blackberry and a bit of rustic, earthy charm without being overwhelming. Natural wine that's also sound.
Jan 15th, 2016
A wine I would love to love more. Charming, but the low SO2/oxidative style was a bit much. Had a nice iron and mineral backbone, but lacked any of the tale-tale juicy Gamay fruit I would expect. That said, much respect for a young couple making the wines they want to make.
A wine I would love to love more. Charming, but the low SO2/oxidative style was a bit much. Had a nice iron and mineral backbone, but lacked any of the tale-tale juicy Gamay fruit I would expect. That said, much respect for a young couple making the wines they want to make.
Nov 30th, 2015
Another label influenced choice. 😀Haven’t had many 4 year old rosé but this was hanging in nicely.
Another label influenced choice. 😀Haven’t had many 4 year old rosé but this was hanging in nicely.
Apr 20th, 2018
Such a funky Shonzuish red wine, went very nicely with roasted levers, onions and capers. I understand why the grower named this bottle "100 %" - they must be happy with their magic of Gamay.
Such a funky Shonzuish red wine, went very nicely with roasted levers, onions and capers. I understand why the grower named this bottle "100 %" - they must be happy with their magic of Gamay.
Sep 17th, 2017
Strong funk on day one, less noticeable on day two when the wine was more balanced. Bright red fruit and savory earthiness.
Strong funk on day one, less noticeable on day two when the wine was more balanced. Bright red fruit and savory earthiness.
Feb 28th, 2016
What a surprise - this really takes its time opening up - but the destination is well worth the wait - too bad I only have a single bottle I picked up on a whim!!
What a surprise - this really takes its time opening up - but the destination is well worth the wait - too bad I only have a single bottle I picked up on a whim!!
Dec 14th, 2015Holy. Fucking. Shit. Etienne's older brother
Holy. Fucking. Shit. Etienne's older brother
Jul 23rd, 2015