Domaine de Clayou - Cabernet d'Anjou 2023

Domaine de Clayou rests on 35 hectares in St. Lambert du Lattay in the heart of the Anjou. The estate is farmed by Jean-Bernard and Catherine Chauvin along with their son, Denis. Denis is the fourth generation of the family to work the vines on this estate which was founded in 1920 by his great grandfather with just 8 hectares. Jean-Bernard took over as the head of the domain in 1984. Since 2000, Domaine de Clayou has been certified sustainable by Terra Vitis, an organization that stresses the fair treatment of employees along with avoiding chemical treatments in the vines. The Chauvin’s 20-45 year old vines are planted on schist and limestone soils across the appellations of Anjou and Coteaux du Layon. They harvest their grapes manually and the wines are vinified in a combination of concrete and fiberglass-lined underground tanks.

Clayou's Cabernet d'Anjou pours a deep salmon pink color emitting intoxicating aromas of ripe red berry fruit kissed with a touch of rose petal. The palate is semi-sweet, but balanced by the perfect amount of vibrant acidity, keeping all the wonderful ripe fruit flavors in check (raspberry and pomegranate). The finish is bright and fresh accented with a hint of mint. Can be enjoyed on its own, with light salads or spicy dishes.