Clos Junet

Identity

Clos Junet is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde. It is owned by Patrick and Paul Junet.

History and philosophy

The parcels that formed Clos Junet were acquired in the 19th century by Patrick Junet's great-grandfather. Records of the estate date back to the 18th century. Patrick Junet established himself at the estate in 1992.

Appellations

Clos Junet produces wines under the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation.

Practical information

Clos Junet is located at 13, Berthonneau, 33330 Saint-Émilion. For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 05 57 51 16 39 or by email at contact@closjunet.com. The tasting cellar and shop are open Monday to Sunday, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Tastings and direct sales are available at the estate. Both French and English are spoken on-site.

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The vineyard (terroir)

The Clos Junet vineyard covers around 2 hectares. The soils are made up of ancient sands with subsoil veins of red clay. This terroir is situated in the Berthonneau area, to the west of the Saint-Émilion limestone plateau. The grape varieties are Merlot (65%), Cabernet Franc (30%), and Malbec (5%). The average age of the vines is 35 years. The estate does not practise biodynamics.

Signature cuvées

The estate's principal cuvée is Clos Junet, a still red wine. The blend may vary, primarily highlighting Merlot and Cabernet Franc. For instance, the 2010 and 2013 vintages were blended with 70% Merlot alongside Cabernet Franc. For the 2022 vintage, a good third of Cabernet Franc is included. This wine is shaped by oak barrel ageing.

Vinification and ageing

Harvesting is carried out by hand. Vinification takes place in stainless steel vats. The wines are aged in barrels, with 70% new oak and 30% one-wine barrels or older.