Cult Loire - Bizot Disciple:
2023 Nicolas Barbou Touraine Oisly Utopie Creative

Posted by Ian McFadden

Before returning to his home in the Loire, Nicolas Barbou worked in Burgundy with Jean Yves Bizot and Pierre Boisson

Barbou's wines have become some of the most sought-after bottles around. The fact that production is very limited has made the wines disappear from the market in a flash.

I feel very fortunate to be able to offer this very modest parcel.

photo of bottle of Barbou Utopie Creative Touraine Oisly

The Utopie Creative is one of the most extraordinary examples of Sauvignon Blanc that we've tasted. There's incredible depth and a profound textural appeal. No comparisons quite work, but some type of cross between the wines of Dagueneau and Vatan comes to mind.

The 2023 Utopie Creative is absolutely brilliant. Barbou turned the vintage's richness into a sculpted and epic wine. It's both enveloping and sleekly kinetic, with bright, almost red fruit notes, herbs, stone fruits, and a saline core. The profoundly complex layers are delivered seamlessly and with incredible transparency.

I'll wrap this up. There's no point fanning the fire. Please give us your ideal order, and we'll try our best.

To order, email offers@crushwineco.com or call the store at (212) 980-9463.

Ian McFadden
Director, Fine & Rare
Crush Wine & Spirits

In Stock - Limited Quantities

2023 Barbou, Nicolas Utopie Creative Touraine Oisly

750 ml

$135.95
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