2018 Domaine Elian Da Ros Clos Baquey, Cotes du Marmandais, France From the Tank Indigenous yeast fermentation in barrel

Indigenous yeast fermentation in barrel and free of any additives (including zero sulfur)

The vineyard is in the middle of a forest

Pinot Blanc (20%)

Soil: limestone and slate

This is a subregion that experiences extreme highs and lows from a temperature standpoint

2018 Domaine Elian Da Ros Clos Baquey, Cotes du Marmandais, France From the Tank Indigenous yeast fermentation in barrelClos Baquey is the grand cuve from Elian Darosan undeniable statement that the southwest can make ageworthy, inspiring wines. With 2 3 years in bottle it starts to show some round edges, and in 5 6 years begins to hit its prime, drinking well for another decade or more. Elian says he was quite proud when the 2004 Clos Baquey more than held its own at a dinner with a group of famous winemakers who had all brought older vintages of wines. Incidentally,