Clos des Plantes, Poïèsis 2023 Shiraz with all fruit coming from

with all fruit coming from the Grand Cru villages of Avize

then 12 months on the lees before disgorgement

The fragrance is immense

They're onto one here

Clos des Plantes, Poïèsis 2023 Shiraz with all fruit coming fromPlace: Loire, France Grape: Chenin Blanc Vibe: Natural, textural Chenin Blanc from some enviable vines in Montbenault (Anjou), with a couple of half decent vignerons operating out of the neighbouring plots Olivier Lejeune is at the helm of Clos des Plantes, and is working wonders. Veering toward the tropical, exotic end of the Chenin spectrum here. Fruit power and complexity is all kept in check by soaring acidity. A banger. ABV: 12. 3%