Welcome!Thank you for visiting! We look forward to seeing you.Welcome!Email is used by othersPlease enter user emailpassword reset link is sent to your email , the link will be expired in 30 mins
Claude Courtois, Les Cailloux Du Paradis Racines, 2022
🏰 The 2022 Claude Courtois Les Cailloux du Paradis Racines is a natural red wine, typically a blend of Gamay and Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley. Claude Courtois is renowned for his biodynamic practices and minimal intervention winemaking, aiming to express the purest form of the terroir. While specific detailed notes for the 2022 vintage are still emerging, wines from this estate are generally characterized by their vibrant fruit, earthy complexity, and lively acidity. They often present with notes of red berries, forest floor, and a hint of spice, reflecting their natural winemaking approach. The 'Racines' cuvée, meaning 'roots', often emphasizes the deep connection to the soil and the authentic expression of the grape varieties. 【 Authentic expression of terroir through biodynamic practices 】.
🍴 This vibrant and earthy red wine would be an excellent companion to rustic French cuisine, such as charcuterie, pâtés, roasted chicken with herbs, or lentil stews. Its lively acidity also makes it suitable for dishes with a slight tang or fresh vegetables.
🥂 Ideal for a casual gathering with friends who appreciate natural wines, a picnic, or an adventurous wine tasting exploring biodynamic expressions. Serve slightly chilled to enhance its freshness and fruit characteristics.
BACKGROUND
Claude Courtois is a legendary figure in the French natural wine movement, operating Domaine Les Cailloux du Paradis in the Sologne region of the Loire Valley. Courtois works with extreme dedication to biodiversity and minimal intervention, cultivating a wide array of grape varieties. His wines are wild, expressive, and deeply connected to the earth, often defying traditional appellation rules.