Clos Kixhaya is the project of Béatriz Papamija and Étienne Le Blanc in Chinon. Planted exclusively with Cabernet Franc on sandy gravel over clay and limestone beside the river, their vines are between 30-90 years old. Beatriz and Étienne are now in their third year of organic conversion, but are working above and beyond the minimum requirements for organic and even biodynamic certification. Biodiversity is the priority here, promoting life as much as possible, and disturbing as little as necessary.

A wine dedicated to - and labeled by - Bea's brother, a trans man who works to support the transgender community. A portion of the proceeds from the wine go to a charity supporting the transgender community. A blend of two vintages of Cabernet Franc; 2020 fruit is from old vines macerated for one month, aged 18 months in barrel, 2021 fruit is younger vines, a two-week whole bunch maceration and aged in tank 6 months before the two were assembled. An aromatic Chinon with aromas of cassis, sour cherries and a hint of herbs. It's fresh and playful but maintains good structure and depth, with a beautiful texture in the mouth.