100% Cab Franc. Grapes are hand-harvested and fermented using native yeasts, half in oak and half in concrete. Bottled after 6 months of aging on the lees in concrete and oak. Unfined, unfiltered with no added SO2.
At a Glance
- Origin: Anjou, Loire Valley, France
- Varietal & Type: Cabernet Franc
- Vintage: 2020
- ABV: 12.5%
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- USNW Classification: Natural
Tasting Notes & Pairing
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About the Winemaker
Nicolas Reau operates Le Clos des Treilles, a small natural wine domaine in Anjou, in the Loire Valley of France.
Nicolas came to winemaking from an unlikely path—he was formerly a professional pianist before transitioning to viticulture. He acquired Le Clos des Treilles in 2002 and has since established himself as one of the Anjou’s most respected natural vignerons, working primarily with Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc.
Farming & Cellar: The domaine is farmed organically with biodynamic principles. Nicolas hand-harvests all fruit, uses indigenous yeasts, and ages wines in neutral barrels and amphora. Wines are bottled without fining, filtration, or added sulfites.
