Patrice Colin Perles Grises NV

Patrice Colin Perles Grises NV

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Loire, France

2019
Certified organic, but practicing biodynamic farming since 2008, Patrice Colin comes from a long line of Colins, at least 8 generations, making wine on the plateau of Thoré-la-Rochette, in the Loire Valley's Coteaux du Vendômois. He makes white wines from Chenin Blanc, but it is his work with Pineau d'Aunis, a vine of particular distinction, that keeps us coming back. Pineau d'Aunis (aka Chenin Noir) is know for its spicy qualities, often redolent of white pepper or radishes, and Patrice makes some of the cultivar's finest bottlings. His Perles Grises, 100% Pineau d'Aunis, is the only sparkling version of the grape we've ever encountered, and we always try to keep a cold bottle around. The 2019 Perles Grises has arrived and it is its usual vivacious self, full of citrus and tart berry notes, as well as a host of airy herbs and spices.