Domaine de Bois Mozé ‘Lulu’ Grolleau Noir 2020

Domaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 19230, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle, the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been 'effected' by the estate's presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau Noir, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

This wine never saw any additions of sulfites, and is a raw and beautiful representation of this dark red-berried grape. The aromatics of the finished wine are mesmerizing, full of black fruits, sour cherry, bittering spices, and fresh herbs. In the mouth, the acidity is vibrant, accompanying the fresh fruit character and exciting spice, and giving texture where the tannins and alcohol do not. A compelling wine that is enjoyable all on its own, or will match wonderfully with seafood dishes and sausages from the grill.