The vineyards of St. Nicolas are set amidst the marshes of the Ile d’Olonne, near the Vendee coast of Western France. They are protected from the Ocean by a stretch of Pine forests, which create a unique micro-climate.
When the Michon family took over the domain in 1960, the vineyards were dying out but after much work and investment, today there are 33 ha under vine. The terroir here is clay and schist and the vineyards are planted with Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Franc and Negrette for the reds; and Chenin, Chardonnay and Groslot Gris for the whites. The estate has been completely bio-dynamic since 1995. All the grapes are hand picked with careful selection. The white and rose wines are vinified and matured in stainless steel, whilst the reds are matured in oak vats.
Thierry’s wines are refreshingly different. His aim, he says, is always to produce wines of the best possible quality which possess a perfect balance between purity of fruit and minerality of terroir.
Per case ex VAT
Loire
2005 VdQS Blanc 'Les Clous' This is a blend of chenin blanc and chardonnay, from vines aged 15 to 25 years planted on schistous soils in the commune of de l'Ile d'Olonne.
A lovely crisp nose of honeyed apricot, grass and minerals. Over time a slightly floral note emerges. Dry, soft acidity. Deep and rich opening with the honeyed apricot and white fruits. Lovely mineral laced mid palate and a long grassy finish. Over time the Chenin blanc character asserts its self with a mature cooking apple character aroma and flavour. (CG)
111.00
2005 VdQS Rouge Brem 'Cuvee Reflets' 90% Pinot Noir, 5% Gamay, 5% Cabernet Franc A very ripe, earthy, gamey nose of redcurrant/ berry. Dry, low-med acidity, low-med ripe tannins. Light-medium bodied. Clean, fruity and juicy. Quiet Grenache-like with redcurrant/ berry, earth and spice. Lovely purity with mineral nuances. Good length with a herby finish. (CG)
111.00
Except where indicated all wines are priced per case of 12x75cl exclusive of VAT and onward UK carriage.
Delivery charges (exclusive of VAT):-
1 case - £11.95
2-3 cases - £9.50
4 + cases - FREE
E&OE. All wines are available subject to remaining unsold.
For export and all customers requiring the facilities of a bond the majority of our wines are available without duty under bond.
Current duty rates per 12 x 75cl,
still wines £19.26
sparkling wines £24.67
fortified wines £25.68
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