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The Clos d’Entre les Murs, now classified as one of France’s historical monuments is one of two unique vineyards constructed by the legendary Antoine Cristal (1837-1931).  In 1887 Cristal constructed a series of walls within the Clos running east/west. The Chenin Blanc vines were planted on the north side of the wall and then the vines’ trunks were fed through holes in the wall, allowing the roots to remain cool while the rest of the vine benefitted from the sun on the south side, plus the heat projected from the wall. 

The 2013 has some toasty oak aromas, with buttery and honeyed notes and quite an opulent texture. It's still a little tight on the finish but is impressive for a difficult vintage.

Chenin Blanc

Château de Parnay, Clos d'Entre les Murs, Saumur, Loire, France, 2013

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The Clos d’Entre les Murs, now classified as one of France’s historical monuments is one of two unique vineyards constructed by 

Château de Parnay, Clos d'Entre les Murs, Saumur, 2013

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