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Located in the heart of the Barsac appellation within the Sauternes region, Château Closiot embodies a modern yet respectful approach to viticulture. Under dedicated ownership, the estate stands out for its biodynamic practices and meticulous vineyard and cellar work. With great attention to nature’s cycles and Barsac’s unique climatic conditions, Château Closiot produces exceptionally pure sweet wines that balance aromatic complexity with refreshing acidity.
The vineyard of Château Closiot is rooted in Barsac’s clay-limestone and gravelly soils, which provide a distinct minerality that counterbalances the wines’ natural richness. The region’s microclimate fosters the development of Botrytis cinerea, or noble rot, which naturally concentrates sugars and aromas, resulting in wines with remarkable depth and a vibrant acidic backbone.
The estate follows biodynamic principles, respecting lunar cycles and avoiding synthetic chemicals. All harvesting is done by hand in successive passes, ensuring only perfectly botrytized grapes are selected at peak ripeness. In the cellar, fermentations occur with native yeasts, and aging takes place in oak barrels, adding subtle complexity while preserving the fruit’s purity.
Château Closiot’s wines are renowned for their exquisite balance between opulence and vibrancy. They reveal intense aromas of candied fruits, citrus, honey, and delicate spices, all supported by refreshing acidity that enhances their drinkability. This harmony allows these Sauternes and Barsac wines to be enjoyed young for their bright fruit or aged to develop complex layers of dried fruits and caramelized notes.
Through its commitment to sustainable viticulture and precise winemaking, Château Closiot is emerging as a rising star among Bordeaux’s finest sweet wines. Loved by wine enthusiasts and sommeliers alike, its cuvées showcase the true nobility of Barsac and Sauternes. Tasting a wine from Château Closiot is an invitation to experience the refined and radiant essence of Bordeaux’s most prestigious terroirs.