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2022 Helicon 'Frenesie', Loire, Vin de France
$79.99
Domaine Hélicon is the emerging project of Constantin Vellis, who left a career in HR consulting to settle in Martigné-Briand, deep in Anjou. Before founding Hélicon in 2018, Vellis worked closely with neighbors and mentors including Stéphane Bernaudeau—an influence that’s evident in both his farming and cellar approach. The domaine now spans just 1.87 hectares, all organically farmed and focused entirely on Chenin Blanc.
Frênésie is 100% Chenin Blanc from schist-rich soils, harvested by hand and fermented with native yeasts in a mix of used oak and acacia barrels, without settling or added enzymes. The wine spends several months on lees, building a lightly oxidative, nutty texture while retaining precision and lift. Bottled with minimal sulfur and no filtration, this is a tightly coiled, mineral-driven Chenin that opens with air to reveal delicate white orchard fruit, hazelnut, and floral tones—all grounded by saline cut. A serious debut—this is a domaine worth watching.
1 btl per customer.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Appellation Anjou
- Style White Wine
- Producer Helicon
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chenin Blanc
- Food Pairings Fried Food, Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, White Sauce
- Characteristics Wild Side, Dressed to Impress, Flexes w/ Food
- This item is not eligible for discount.