Clos du Gaimont Vouvray 2017 750 ML
SKU: NL468312
Product Detail
Brand: | Clos du Gaimont |
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Country: | France |
Region: | Loire Valley |
Appellation: | Vouvray |
Size: | 750 ml |
Wine-Type: | Still |
Wine-Styles: | White |
Collections:750 ml, All Collection, France, Loire Valley, Still, Vouvray, White, White Wine, Wine
Tags: 750 ml, Clos du Gaimont, France, Loire Valley, Still, Vouvray, White, Wine
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Clos du Gaimont is a parcel of the esteemed Clos de Nouys vineyard, which is situated on one plot of premium land in the heart of Vouvray. Vouvray is one of the oldest terroirs in France, located on the east side of Tours. This wine is produced from trellised Chenin Blanc vines that average 30 years of age, receive south-southwest exposure and are set in clay limestone soil. The vineyards are managed according to an ecofriendly, sustainable philosophy. There is minimal weeding and regular scrutiny of the state of the vines in order to determine when the best time to apply a treatment is.
The appellation of Vouvray begins at the eastern edge of the city of Tours and extends through seven communes on the right bank of the Loire River. It is believed that the start of vine cultivation in Vouvray can be traced back to the founding of the Marmoutier Abbey by Saint Martin in 372 AD and, according to legend, he introduced grape varietals and a pruning method which is still in use today. The proximity of the waterways played a very important role in the growth of the vineyards, as the rivers provided a means of communication that helped the development of export trade.