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Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon

Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon

The enchantment of the Loire in a sweet guise
Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon
75 cl.
2024
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Details
12.00%
Alcohol 12.00%
Loire
Production area Loire
AOC Coteaux-du-Layon
Designation of Origin AOC Coteaux-du-Layon
Domaine du Petit Clocher
Winery Domaine du Petit Clocher
Contains sulphites
100% Chenin Blanc
Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
10.0
Service 10.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon 2024

White wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture. 3 meses en barrica.

Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon 2024 immerses you in an unforgettable aromatic journey. As you bring it to your nose, delicate hints of honey and acacia emerge, intertwined with the sweet embrace of candied fruits such as peach and apricot. The floral notes add a gentle complexity, inviting deeper exploration. On the palate, it is a rounded wine that dazzles with its balanced smoothness and pleasant persistence. The 2024 vintage has been especially generous, offering wines with a fresh and aromatic profile, ideal for those seeking elegant and expressive white wines that are easy to enjoy. A wine that stands out for its finesse and subtlety.

Style Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Less aromatic
Very aromatic
Pairing
Blue cheeses, Foie-gras, Fruity desserts, Soft cheeses, Aperitif, Sweet desserts, Cured cheeses

About Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon

Undoubtedly, you have heard of noble rot more than once, that almost poetic phenomenon that transforms the grape into something extraordinary. It all begins with the morning mist, as moisture gently settles over the vineyards, creating the perfect environment for Botrytis cinerea to work its magic. This fungus, far from being an adversary, delicately pierces the grape's skin, causing water to evaporate and concentrating sugars, aromas, and acidity. The result is sweet wines of unparalleled complexity and aromatic depth, capable of combining richness, freshness, and an almost ethereal elegance.

When we think of noble rot wines, legendary names such as Sauternes from Bordeaux or the great wines of Porto often come to mind. However, the Loire Valley harbors one of the best-kept secrets in the world of sweet wine: Coteaux du Layon.

Located in the Anjou region within the Loire Valley, this appellation takes its name from the Layon River, a tributary of the Loire, whose morning mists play a crucial role in the development of botrytis. It's no coincidence that since the 4th century, this area has been renowned for producing fruity sweet wines. Here, the absolute star is the chenin blanc, an extraordinarily versatile variety that finds one of its most refined expressions in this terroir. 

And here, at the heart of this appellation, is Domaine du Petit Clocher, a family-run winery located in Cléré-sur-Layon that has been cultivating the vineyard for over a century with a clear and consistent philosophy. From the Denis family, generation after generation, the goal has always been the same: to respect the land, value meticulous work, and craft authentic wines that faithfully reflect their origin. It's not about chasing trends, but about letting the terroir speak, supported by deeply rooted expertise.

Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon is a perfect synthesis of this history, the place, and the natural phenomenon that makes it possible. Sourced from vineyards settled on degraded schist and cultivated through respectful viticulture, this wine is born from a manual harvest conducted in several passes, selecting only the overripe grapes concentrated by noble rot. The vinification extends over 2 to 3 months, followed by aging in barrels, always striving to preserve aromatic purity and balance.

Sweet yet fresh, intense yet elegant, Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon demonstrates why this appellation is one of the great treasures of the Loire and an irresistible invitation to discover the most luminous and sophisticated side of French sweet wines.



 

2024

Domaine du Petit Clocher Coteaux du Layon 2024 immerses you in an unforgettable aromatic journey. As you bring it to your nose, delicate hints of honey and acacia emerge, intertwined with the sweet embrace of candied fruits such as peach and apricot. The floral notes add a gentle complexity, inviting deeper exploration. On the palate, it is a rounded wine that dazzles with its balanced smoothness and pleasant persistence. The 2024 vintage has been especially generous, offering wines with a fresh and aromatic profile, ideal for those seeking elegant and expressive white wines that are easy to enjoy. A wine that stands out for its finesse and subtlety.

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.