Moinoterra, Archanes, 2023 burgundy_wines-template with laser acidity and no

with laser acidity and no sweetness to hide behind

The château dates back to the 17th century and is now run by the Chanfreau family

two native grape varieties of Jurançon

The 2019 vintage is a study in controlled intensity: dark cherry

but in Texier’s hands

Moinoterra, Archanes, 2023 burgundy_wines-template with laser acidity and noArchanes sits south of the ancient palace of Knossos in Crete, where excavations have uncovered wine presses dating to the second millennium BC. Moinoterra takes its name from King Minos and the Greek word for winea tribute to the Minoan civilization that first cultivated these hills. The winery practices organic cultivation with minimal intervention, producing limited quantities of indigenous varieties. This red blends 60% Kotsifalia grape grown