Chateau du Glana Saint-Julien 2017Running along the Gironde estuary part of the famous D2 Route des Chateaux, between Beychevelle and St Julien, you will find Chteau du Glana, sitting just opposite the famous Chteau Ducru Beaucaillou (which we also have). Built in 1870 and built up in the first half of the 20th century by the Kaelin family, this 44 hectare estate was classified a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel in 1977 due to the exceptional care and attention given to every step in the

delicate aromatic qualities

The colour is the glass is so welcoming - warm garnet with amber hints - and evidence of the slow ageing in stainless steel

After a gentle pressing and cold settling

Their philosophy is simple: "create authentic wines without make-up to express the true nature of the vineyards they come from"

juicy and drinkable palate

Italians have probably been distilling spent grape skins for over 600 years

the final blend was assembled in January 2013 and then aged for 36 months in American oak

juicy with a great finish

He promotes biodiversity in his vineyard

cinnamon and anise notes come through with the soft and gentle tannin keeping everything together on the palate

a powerful finish and subtle nuttiness

the Coteaux du Layon appellation stands as a diminutive yet renowned region celebrated for its luscious wines crafted from the Chenin Blanc grape