🏰 Patrick Desplats is a true icon of natural winemaking, renowned for his 'zero-zero' approach—meaning no sulfur added during or after fermentation—and his unique viticultural methods, such as training vines up trees. The 'Caroline' is a pure expression of Chenin Blanc, sourced from over 100-year-old vines that have never been exposed to chemicals. The grapes are direct pressed and aged in amphorae, contributing to its distinctive character. The 2023 vintage saw a general decrease in wine volumes across France, but Eastern Languedoc, where similar innovative practices thrive, generally maintained high quality. This Chenin Blanc offers a captivating aromatic profile, with notes of wisteria, sweet apples, the sensation of sunlight through raw silk, and hints of beehive. It's described as plush and unwavering, delivering a beautiful sapidity and freshness on the palate. Some vintages have shown a dark yellow/orange, muddy appearance, with an elusive nose of watermelon, bergamot, and black tea, leading to a palate of herbal, ripe yellow apple, grapefruit, and white pepper, with good length and a grippy acidity that emerges late. 【 100+ year old Chenin Blanc vines, zero-zero natural winemaking, amphora aged 】 🍴 Its textured and layered profile makes it an excellent companion for main courses, particularly chicken and turkey. 🥂 This age-worthy wine is perfect for those who seek out outrageous, other-worldly oddities and appreciate the purest expressions of natural wine. It's a wine to let sleep for a couple of years and then wake with a soft smile and tender embrace.