Nicolas Arnou

🍷 Nicolas Arnou: Loire Natural Wine Rooted in Humility, Terroir, and Renewal

Based in Champ-sur-Layon in the Layon Valley south of Angers, Nicolas Arnou is a natural winemaker committed to artisanal viticulture. Born into a family of dairy farmers, he returned to the land after a passionate career change, training with iconic winemakers including Manu Houillon and Pierre Overnoy in the Jura. In 2018, he acquired Clos de La Raimbaudière, a 19th-century estate with 10 hectares of vines (some needing replanting) and a historic gravity-fed cellar. His winemaking is gentle and additive-free, with no added sulfites, and aging follows the natural rhythm of the wine. Loire varieties like Chenin, Grolleau, Cabernet Franc, and Chardonnay are expressed with honesty and vibrancy.

🌿 Philosophy

Organic farming, agroforestry, sheep grazing after harvest.
Natural winemaking, no sulfites or filtration.
Living, sincere wines rooted in Layon terroir.

🍇 Grapes and Style

Chenin, Grolleau, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay.
Natural reds, whites, rosés, and pét-nats.
Signature cuvées: Premier Né, La Raimbaudière, Grolleau Noir, Chenin Libre.

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Premier Nez

This 2019 red is the perfect expression of a passionate winemaker who knows how to bring out the best from his vines. With its elegant balance between ripe fruit, subtle spices and a silky texture, it offers a tasting experience that feels both authentic and refined. Crafted with care and respect for the land, it reflects the producer’s commitment to quality and precision. Serve it at 16–18°C to enjoy its full aromatic depth and smooth finish. A bottle that combines character and finesse, making every sip a moment of pure pleasure worth sharing.

24.00 € incl tax