Anne Claude Leflaive

Clau de Nell Anjou Grolleau

9.146 ratings
9.125 pro ratings
Anjou, Anjou-Saumur, Loire Valley, France
Grolleau
Top Notes For
Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.1

Leflaive x Grolleau. Super interesting. Unlike any Grolleau I've ever had. Not grape-ey or beaujolais-like, but firm, tannic, and (most likely) age-worthy. It's probably not worth $50 retail but is the best and most shining example of its kind. #decantthis #leflaive

Leflaive x Grolleau. Super interesting. Unlike any Grolleau I've ever had. Not grape-ey or beaujolais-like, but firm, tannic, and (most likely) age-worthy. It's probably not worth $50 retail but is the best and most shining example of its kind. #decantthis #leflaive

2 people found it helpfulMar 2nd, 2015
E & K G

Anne Claude Leflaive’s Loire project. Wasn’t sure what to expect but this Grolleau had a lot more structure and grippy tannins than I would have expected and I should have given it plenty of air before drinking. Dark fruit with a bit of spice on the finish. Built for the long haul which I would not have expected.

Anne Claude Leflaive’s Loire project. Wasn’t sure what to expect but this Grolleau had a lot more structure and grippy tannins than I would have expected and I should have given it plenty of air before drinking. Dark fruit with a bit of spice on the finish. Built for the long haul which I would not have expected.

1 person found it helpfulMar 16th, 2019
Chris MacLean

My first Grolleau, I think. Hearty, rustic, balanced and persistent. Excellent stuff. No surprise given the producer.

My first Grolleau, I think. Hearty, rustic, balanced and persistent. Excellent stuff. No surprise given the producer.

1 person found it helpfulJan 17th, 2016
Charles Antin

Senior Wine Specialist/Auctioneer Zachys

9.4

Unlike any grolleau. Almost Malbec in color. Thanks Anne Claude!

Unlike any grolleau. Almost Malbec in color. Thanks Anne Claude!

Jan 14th, 2017
Jean-Marie Robin

Just a great from@Loire!

Just a great from@Loire!

Oct 27th, 2015
Daniel Toral

Sommelier Lippi Restaurants

8.5

Clean and very representative of the region. Blackberry & mint. Great food wine

Clean and very representative of the region. Blackberry & mint. Great food wine

Oct 28th, 2014
Chris Tanghe

My first non rose Grolleau. Wound up but I can see the potential.

My first non rose Grolleau. Wound up but I can see the potential.

Oct 15th, 2014
Grayson Hartley

Winemaker David Girard Vineyards

9.5

Verve and vigor

Verve and vigor

Jul 19th, 2014
Laura Masero

Needs at least 3 hours to open up

Needs at least 3 hours to open up

Apr 2nd, 2014
Lisa Stone-Cleaver

2011 Grolleau from Anne Claude, amazing.

2011 Grolleau from Anne Claude, amazing.

Sep 5th, 2013