Clos Rocailleux, Far from the Eye Len de l'El, Gaillac, 2016

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Tasted by: Tina Gellie
(at Top Selection Autumn tasting, 03 Sep 2018)
Len de l'El is a grape local to Gaillac, almost wiped out by phylloxera. It's usually made as a sweet wine (and often blended with Mauzac) but this is a deliciously dry varietal version with forward appley freshness. Limited stock.
Producer
Clos Rocailleux
Brand
Far from the Eye Len de l'El
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
France
Region
Southwest France
Appellation
Gaillac
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
12.00%
Oak
Unoaked
Grapes
100% Len de l'El