2020 Michel Autran Ciel Rouge Chenin Blanc, Loire Valley, France Maison Jaune which is all the more

which is all the more remarkable since the 2021 is a supple

aged in 50% new Allier oak

who she has helped to convert their vineyards to chemical-free

It’s distilled in a filipino hybrid still (clay-wood-clay-copper)

2020 Michel Autran Ciel Rouge Chenin Blanc, Loire Valley, France Maison Jaune which is all the moreNamed after the French saying "ciel rouge du matin, patouille en chemin" which relates to "red sky in morning, sailor's warning". It is a reference to the red clay limestone soils (aubuis) which tend to 'patouille' (become heavy and sticky) when clogged up with rain. This superb Vouvray terroir is planted with 80yo vines that yield 25hh on average. The wine has a pale bright gold color, with subtle aromas of stone fruits and honeycomb toffee. The