The Cuvée Violette is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon coming from 45-60 year old vines planted in silty-clay terroir, consisting of sandstone grit and red flint on tuffeau limestone. This wine is fermented naturally in the Domaines historic cellars in Anjou, and certified Biodynamic.

Deep garnet color with purple reflections of great brilliance. Aromas are carried by ripe black fruits, blackcurrants and notes of spices and subtle aging. The palate is round and generous, with great creaminess. Concentrated, silky tannins and a mouth-watering finish.

Clau de Nell is located in the Loire Valley region of Anjou and has been in existence for over 100 years. The vineyards were fully converted to biodynamic cultivation in 2000, and the property was purchased by Anne-Claude Leflaive and Christian Jacques in 2008, who appointed Sylvain Potin as their biodynamic Viticulturalist and Winemaker.

Anne-Claude Leflaive and Christian Jacques purchased Clau de Nell in 2008, and shortly following, Sylvain Potin joined the team as Viticulturalist and Winemaker in 2009. The property is comprised of 10 hectares (24.7 acres) of vines on a gently sloping hill surrounded by open countryside. The highest point of Clau de Nell offers a glimpse of the Loire in the distance. From here, an uninterrupted view reveals the sky and the river on the horizon, as well as rows of Grolleau, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chenin Blanc. As with its sister property Domaine Leflaive, all of Clau de Nell’s wines are biodynamic.

Proof/ABV: 13