2012 Chinon “Le Clos Guillot”

Move over, Rover, and let this beast of a Chinon take over. If you want to work this trio of Loire wines into a meal, follow this order: 1) Open this Baudry Chinon and let it breathe deeply. Decanting can’t hurt. 2) Sip and wonder on the Savennières as you prep or get the show started. 3) Throw a good dose of the Bretons’ Beaumont down the gullets to keep the crowd jolly. 4) Whip out the Baudry when your pièce de résistance makes it to your table. Its rich black fruit and dense chew will work wonders with your wintry stew. –Dixon Brooke

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Vintage 2012
• Bottle Size 750mL
• Blend Cabernet Franc
• Appellation Chinon
• Country France
• Region Loire
• Vineyard 15 years, 4 ha
• Soil Sand, Limestone
• Winemaker Matthieu & Bernard Baudry
• Aging Aged for twelve months in barrel; not fined or filtered
• Farming Organic
• Alcohol 12.5%