2018 Domaine Elian Da Ros Clos Baquey, Cotes du Marmandais, France From the Tank Soil: limestone and slate

Soil: limestone and slate

Destemmed then fermented and aged on skins for 23 days with gentle punchdowns once daily

Pinot Blanc (20%)

Annual Production: 12

This is a subregion that experiences extreme highs and lows from a temperature standpoint

2018 Domaine Elian Da Ros Clos Baquey, Cotes du Marmandais, France From the Tank Soil: limestone and slateClos Baquey is the grand cuve from Elian Darosan undeniable statement that the southwest can make ageworthy, inspiring wines. With 2 3 years in bottle it starts to show some round edges, and in 5 6 years begins to hit its prime, drinking well for another decade or more. Elian says he was quite proud when the 2004 Clos Baquey more than held its own at a dinner with a group of famous winemakers who had all brought older vintages of wines. Incidentally,