The name L'Inattendu means 'Unexpected' which is quite apt for this richly textured white has more giong on than might be anticipated. Grenache Blanc along with a bit of Maccabeu is what goes into this really rather complex and multi-layered numer. It's fermented and aged on its lees for 12 months in large oak barrels. The result is a dry and rich wine with a good balance of fresh, minerality and savouriness. There are also some welcome floral notes accompanied by a subtle honey and nuttiness.
Minervois Blanc "L'Inattandu" Clos du Gravillas, Nicole and John Bojanowski 2023
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Clos du Gravillas, Nicole and John Bojanowski, , St-Jean-de-Minervois
Nicole, she grew up in Narbonne, with her "accent du SUD", her laugh, her contagious enthusiasm. John, he came to St Jean de Minervois from much farther west, the land of horses and bourbon, Kentucky.
In 1996, this sud French girl convinced her southern bred boy that the white rocks of St Jean were the most beautiful rocks in the world. Now he sings, she dances.
It was a real life choice, giving up the pleasures of the wide world for an arid rocky plateau and a village of 49 souls. But it was the choice of a Terroir, white phonolithic gravel and it was a choice that’s made so much difference.
The rocky land immediately brought to mind thoughts of moonscapes. The wines might be considered lunar in their minerality, some might even suggest lunatic…but always delicious.
Grapes: Grenache Gris and Grenache blanc, Maccabeu
Organic