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LOIRE VALLEY<br />
FOCUS<br />
Chenonceaux is the family-run Domaine Joël Delaunay. It covers 37 hectares in<br />
the Touraine and Touraine-Chenonceaux appellation areas and is set in a pristine<br />
landscape. “For our red wines, we use different grape varieties that have different<br />
characteristics”, explains Thierry Delaunay. “Gamay imparts fresh fruit, floral<br />
notes and freshness. Cabernet Franc lends structure, supple tannins and black<br />
fruit, whilst Côt is popular for its spicy, fruity side. The advantage of working<br />
with several grape varieties is that they can be blended and therefore produce<br />
wines that are both fruity and structured. Also, such a varied range allows us to<br />
reach out to a broad-ranging audience”. The freshness of Touraine wines is the<br />
perfect fit for the current consumer trend favouring light, easy-drinking red<br />
wines. The downside of the wines, if you could call it that, is the fact that their<br />
structure and richness do not make them suitable for lengthy ageing – these<br />
are early-drinking wines. “We ferment and mature our wines in stainless steel<br />
tanks, protecting freshness, varietal and terroir characters”, says Delaunay. “Our<br />
customers are drawn to the wines’ accessibility, both for price and flavour. These<br />
are indulgent offerings that are easy to serve on any occasion”.<br />
THIERRY DELAUNAY IN HIS VINEYARDS<br />
22 SPRING 2022 • GILBERT & GAILLARD - THE FRENCH EXPERTS ON WINE
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