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3.9
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4.0

Michel Autran Les Enfers Tranquilles Natural

Michel Autran
2015
2016
$30.00
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750 mL
Wine Type
White Wine
RegionLoire Valley
Alcohol Level
Country
France
SubregionVouvray
Drinking Window
GrapesChenin Blanc
Wine Description:
Michel Autran Les Enfers Tranquilles is an extraordinary Chenin Blanc crafted exclusively from grapes in the lieu-dit Les Enfers, aptly named 'hell.' Grown in a well-exposed region south of Noizay, Michel tends 1.5 hectares of 50-year-old vines on clay-limestone soils known as 'perruches.' Fermentation commences in steel and gracefully progresses to gravity-racked barrels sourced from Vincent Carême (4-12 years old). Following a year, the wine finds its way to stainless steel tanks, resting for an additional 12 months. This sulfite-free marvel incorporates only a minimal percentage of sulfur at bottling, resulting in Les Enfers Tranquilles, a testament to meticulous winemaking and terroir expression.
Pros:
  • Rich and complex flavor profile
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Cons:
  • May be too intense for those who prefer lighter wines

User Rating:

3.9
Regularly Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.0

Wine Expert Note:

Michel Autran Les Enfers Tranquilles is a symphony in a bottle, echoing Michel's love for jazz and likened to a soprano saxophone. This Chenin Blanc masterpiece captivates with tension, a crystalline quality, and impeccable balance. From the well-exposed Les Enfers vineyard, south of Noizay, the 50-year-old vines on clay-limestone 'perruches' soil yield a wine of extraordinary depth. Ripe peach and quince aromas intertwine with honey and mineral notes, harmonizing on the palate with robust acidity, minerality, and a citrusy allure. The finale is a beautiful length that resonates like a jazz saxophone solo, making Les Enfers Tranquilles a truly mesmerizing experience.
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