COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Grolleau, Pineau d'Aunis
PRODUCER
Jean-Christophe Garnier
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Jean-Christophe Garnier's "Les Nouettes" 2025 is a vibrant red wine from the Loire Valley, France. "Les Nouettes" refers to a specific named vineyard plot, or "lieu-dit." This particular wine stands out as the only négociant wine produced by Garnier, meaning the grapes are sourced from other esteemed growers rather than exclusively from his own vineyards. For the 2025 vintage, the Grolleau grapes are notably sourced from Sébastien Dervieux, also known as Babass, while the Pineau d'Aunis comes from Garnier's own plots. This blend of sourcing, combined with certified organic farming practices, contributes to a wine that embodies purity and a delicious red fruit profile, designed for early enjoyment as a primeur release.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
"Les Nouettes" is a 'lieu-dit,' a named vineyard plot, highlighting its specific origin.
Fact 02
This is Jean-Christophe Garnier's only négociant wine, made from purchased grapes.
Fact 03
The Grolleau grapes for the 2025 vintage are sourced from renowned grower SĂ©bastien Dervieux (Babass).
Fact 04
It is bottled as a 'primeur,' meaning it's released early and intended for immediate enjoyment.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2025 "Les Nouettes" is crafted with a focus on minimal intervention and purity. The grapes, a blend of Grolleau and Pineau d'Aunis, are sourced from vineyards with an average age of 45 years, rooted in loam, clay, and schist soils. Viticulture is certified organic. The winemaking process involves a gentle six-to-seven day whole-cluster, infusion-style maceration, which helps to extract delicate fruit flavors and soft tannins. Fermentation takes place in fiberglass and stainless steel vats to preserve freshness. The wine is bottled in November as a "primeur," indicating an early release without extended aging. It is produced with no added sulfur and is unfined and unfiltered, aligning with a natural wine philosophy.
