Clos de l'Élu

In January 2008, Charlotte and Thomas embarked on a marvelous winemaking adventure with the acquisition of the Clos de l'Élu domain, on the schist-rich lands of the Anjou Noir. With many years’ experience as a wine consultant (Thomas), in the fields of communication and management (Charlotte), they are both deeply passionate about the life of this domain which lies on the finest terroirs of the Layon valley. The 20 hectares are farmed organica...

The Domaine du Clos de l’Élu is located in Saint Aubin de Luigné in the heart of the Layon Valley, a small valley belonging to the appellation of the Loire Valley. Our vines grow on the outskirts of the village, between Chaume and Ardenay, mostly on the right, south-facing side of the Layon river.

THE SOILS

All of our vines grow on the Anjou noir territory. Anjou noir is the most easterly part of the Armorican massif: a geological massif...

There are several terroirs on which we grow different varieties. But above all there is willingness! And that comes from man himself.

It is he who steers the finest boat into port, it is he who plays the finest recital of a beautiful piece of music. It is equally he who wrecks a ship or is booed by unhappy concert goers!

Our know-how in the vineyard is focused on one sole objective: harvesting ripe and healthy grapes.

To succeed, we c...

Our domain is 20 hectares (50 acres) in size and is composed of 6 growing parcels of vines that surround the village.

Each parcel has its own personal regime: the way the soil is tilled, natural cover crops, more or less severe de-budding, clipping and pruning where necessary…

The domain is entirely organic: we use only natural treatments in the vineyards (no synthetic chemical products). This is firstly through choice, in line with our ...