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Jacky Blot Dom. de la Butte Le Haut de la Butte Loire 2023

Jacky Blot Dom. de la Butte Le Haut de la Butte Loire 2023

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Wild Raspberry, Violet, Crushed Graphite, and Chalky Finesse

Experience the pinnacle of Bourgueil from the legendary Domaine de la Butte. Sourced from the highest, steepest clay-limestone parcels near the forest edge, this organic Cabernet Franc emphasizes elegance over extraction. Expect a beautiful, aromatic core of wild raspberry and violet, framed by crushed graphite and vivid acidity. Crafted with a gentle infusion method, it is a masterclass in refined, terroir-transparent Loire Valley red wine.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-Bodied, Elegant & Focused ●●●●●
Sweetness Bone Dry ●●●●●
Tannins Fine-Grained, Chalky & Polished ●●●●●
Acidity Bright, Fresh & Mineral-Driven ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Integrated (Neutral older French oak) ●●●●●

Highlights

  • 100% Cabernet Franc: An iconic expression of the Bourgueil appellation in the Loire Valley, continuing the visionary legacy of the late Jacky Blot.
  • Terroir: Sourced from "Le Haut de la Butte," the highest-elevation parcels of the estate situated just below the forest line. The soils are flint-laced clay resting over a deep foundation of Turonian limestone (tuffeau), yielding high-toned aromatics and exceptional mineral tension.
  • Winemaking: Farmed organically (Ecocert certified) and harvested by hand with rigorous sorting. Blot's signature method involves 100% destemming without crushing the berries, allowing for a gentle "infusion" rather than heavy extraction during indigenous yeast fermentation.
  • Elevage: Matured for approximately 12 to 14 months in neutral, older French oak barrels. This approach breathes texture into the wine while allowing the pure, unmasked fruit and site-specific minerality to shine.
  • Vintage Profile: The 2023 vintage offers a beautifully perfumed and accessible profile, balancing vibrant red fruit with the classic, graphite-laced freshness characteristic of top-tier Bourgueil.

Tasting Notes

Pouring a bright ruby-red, this Cabernet Franc opens with an enticing, high-toned bouquet of wild raspberry, tart red cherry, and crushed violets, underlaid by a distinct, savory signature of pencil shavings and graphite. On the palate, it is remarkably elegant and medium-bodied, eschewing heavy extraction for a silky, fluid texture. Bright acidity and powdery, chalky tannins carry the vibrant red fruit to a long, mineral-driven finish that is deeply refreshing and pure.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly chilled at 58-62°F (14-17°C) in a standard red wine glass to heighten the floral aromatics and crisp acidity.
  • Decanting: A 30 to 45-minute decant is recommended to allow the mineral and floral notes to fully emerge. Exceptional when paired with roasted poultry, pork rillettes, or earthy mushroom tarts.

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