Clos des Quarterons
Clos des Quarterons is a family-run estate in the Loire Valley’s Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation, renowned for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and the pure expression of Cabernet Franc. Managed by the Amirault family for generations, the domaine embraces a deep respect for the land, cultivating its vineyards with organic and biodynamic practices to preserve the vitality of the soils and the authenticity of its wines.
Nestled along the sandy and limestone-rich terraces of the Loire, the estate produces wines that beautifully balance freshness, structure, and complexity. Clos des Quarterons Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Rouge is a benchmark expression of Cabernet Franc—vibrant and aromatic, with notes of ripe red berries, violets, graphite, and a touch of spice. The palate is silky yet structured, with fine tannins and a mineral-driven finish. Some cuvées, particularly those aged in amphorae or barrels, develop additional layers of depth and aging potential.
With an ethos rooted in sustainability and minimal intervention, Clos des Quarterons crafts wines that are both lively and deeply connected to their terroir, making them a must-try for lovers of Loire Valley reds and elegant, terroir-driven expressions of Cabernet Franc.
Clos des Quarterons is a family-run estate in the Loire Valley’s Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation, renowned for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and the pure expression of Cabernet Franc. Managed by the Amirault family for generations, the domaine embraces a deep respect for the land, cultivating its vineyards with organic and biodynamic practices to preserve the vitality of the soils and the authenticity of its wines.
Nestled along the sandy and limestone-rich terraces of the Loire, the estate produces wines that beautifully balance freshness, structure, and complexity. Clos des Quarterons Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Rouge is a benchmark expression of Cabernet Franc—vibrant and aromatic, with notes of ripe red berries, violets, graphite, and a touch of spice. The palate is silky yet structured, with fine tannins and a mineral-driven finish. Some cuvées, particularly those aged in amphorae or barrels, develop additional layers of depth and aging potential.
With an ethos rooted in sustainability and minimal intervention, Clos des Quarterons crafts wines that are both lively and deeply connected to their terroir, making them a must-try for lovers of Loire Valley reds and elegant, terroir-driven expressions of Cabernet Franc.
Clos des Quarterons is a family-run estate in the Loire Valley’s Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil appellation, renowned for its commitment to biodynamic viticulture and the pure expression of Cabernet Franc. Managed by the Amirault family for generations, the domaine embraces a deep respect for the land, cultivating its vineyards with organic and biodynamic practices to preserve the vitality of the soils and the authenticity of its wines.
Nestled along the sandy and limestone-rich terraces of the Loire, the estate produces wines that beautifully balance freshness, structure, and complexity. Clos des Quarterons Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Rouge is a benchmark expression of Cabernet Franc—vibrant and aromatic, with notes of ripe red berries, violets, graphite, and a touch of spice. The palate is silky yet structured, with fine tannins and a mineral-driven finish. Some cuvées, particularly those aged in amphorae or barrels, develop additional layers of depth and aging potential.
With an ethos rooted in sustainability and minimal intervention, Clos des Quarterons crafts wines that are both lively and deeply connected to their terroir, making them a must-try for lovers of Loire Valley reds and elegant, terroir-driven expressions of Cabernet Franc.
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Clos des Quarterons produces wines that are a pure and vibrant expression of the Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil terroir, with a focus on biodynamic farming and minimal intervention winemaking. The estate is dedicated to showcasing the elegance, freshness, and complexity of Cabernet Franc, the emblematic grape of the region.
Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Rouge: The core of the estate’s production, these red wines are lively and aromatic, with bright red fruit notes—raspberry, cherry, and redcurrant—complemented by floral hints of violets and a subtle minerality. The tannins are fine and silky, providing balance and a long, fresh finish. Depending on the cuvée, the wines range from juicy and approachable to more structured, age-worthy expressions with deeper earthy and spicy nuances.
Special Cuvées: Some selections, aged in amphorae or barrels, develop added depth and texture, with layers of black fruit, graphite, and tobacco, while maintaining the signature Loire Valley freshness and drinkability. These wines highlight the estate’s dedication to crafting refined, terroir-driven expressions of Cabernet Franc.
With their commitment to biodynamic farming and meticulous vineyard work, Clos des Quarterons creates wines that are vibrant, elegant, and deeply connected to their Loire Valley origins, making them a favorite among lovers of fresh, structured, and expressive reds.
