2022, Domaine du Pélican, ARBOIS Savagnin Ouillé, 'Grand Curoulet'Grand Curoulet is considered one of the very best terroirs of Arbois. It is a north facing parcel located on the side of a hill that dominates Arbois and the Sane plain. Grand Curoulet is known to be where the first vines of Arbois were planted. The recently replanted Chardonnay vines are located at the top of the parcel. Grey marl soils are particularly important in shaping the character of this wine. The grapes are lightly crushed before being

Yohan Castaing

it's bright and pure

a fine bead of acidity

It was a dry year

There is more mineralité on the nose compared to the Clos des Thorey

So much happens after the wine has left your mouth - it has a whole second act where much of the nuance appears

Carefully delivered damson and black cherry fruit layered with grilled vanilla bean

Extremely concentrated blueberry and blackberry fruit

developing light minty aromas with time in the glass

The crop is lightly crushed before being pressed

a refreshing and well-blanaced acidity

certainly with ageing potential