2024 Clos Bateau Ousia Rose VDF (Beaujolais), France Racines 5hl where the malolactic fermentation

5hl where the malolactic fermentation takes place

limestone and clay and gives truly great

Sourced exclusively from the organically farmed Wenzlau Vineyard—perched above the Santa Ynez River and surrounded by iconic sites like Rita’s Crown and Sea Smoke—this Chardonnay reflects the cool-climate precision of the Sta

Aging: 30% was aged in foudre and the remainder inneutral

The silt retains water and allows the vines to thrive

2024 Clos Bateau Ousia Rose VDF (Beaujolais), France Racines 5hl where the malolactic fermentationClos Bateau was started in 2019 by Dutch expats Sylvie and Thierry after a career in Amsterdam restaurants. With their two children in tow, they purchased 8ha in Lantigni (5. 5ha of which are under vine) and quickly set about conversion to certified organic farming. They also began planting fruit and nut trees to kickstart bringing biodiversity back into the vineyards. Co fermentation of Chardonnay & Gamay Vinified and aged in fibre tank 11 months