Charlie Pasquiers showing us around the cuverie@Domaine FL's new winery
A small selection of photos taken during our visit to the Layon Valley last Tuesday
Just harvested Cabernet Franc being loaded into a vat
Barrel room downstairs@FL
Pickers@FL – a tri for a light, easy drinking Coteaux du Layon
Grapes (Chenin Blanc) selected for another easy drinking Coteaux du Layon
@Château du Breuil
Bruno – vineyard manager@Château du Breuil
Picker@Château du Breuil checking for acid rot
by cutting the bunch open and smelling.
Acid rot has a sharp vinegary aroma
Cuverie@Château du Breuil
Heading home on the A85 Autoroute
Steam cloud rising from the Chinon nuclear power station
could be seen for miles on this very clear day
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