Freshness And Purity

Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2018: The Essence of Purity

At the northernmost edge of Burgundy, Chablis produces Chardonnay of unrivalled tension and minerality. Among its seven Grand Cru vineyards, Les Clos stands as the most celebrated — a south-facing slope that has been cultivated for centuries. The 2018 vintage was marked by warmth and generous sunshine, balanced by the cool nights that preserve Chablis’s hallmark freshness.

Les Clos 2018 offers an aromatic profile that is both intense and refined: white flowers, lemon zest, green apple, and a distinctive chalky minerality. On the palate, it is concentrated yet precise, with a linear acidity that drives the flavours towards a long, saline finish. The wine’s texture is polished, almost silky, yet its backbone remains firm — a structure that promises graceful ageing over the next two decades.

As with the Luna Rossa fragrance, the experience of Les Clos is one of clarity and focus. Every note, every nuance, is deliberate.

Connection: The Pursuit of Clarity

Luna Rossa and Les Clos are united by a shared pursuit: capturing the essence of their environment in its purest form. For Luna Rossa, that environment is the open ocean — the interplay of wind, water, and human skill. For Les Clos, it is the Kimmeridgian limestone and cool climate of Chablis — conditions that sculpt Chardonnay into something precise and luminous.

Both require mastery over raw elements. The fragrance balances aromatic brightness with depth, avoiding the heaviness that could dull its energy. The wine finds richness in 2018’s warmth but tempers it with minerality and acidity. In each, harmony is the ultimate goal.

Freshness Engineered to Perfection

Some pairings feel inevitable — as though two worlds, separated by medium but united by spirit, were destined to meet. Prada Luna Rossa and Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos 2018 share this affinity. Both are built on precision, clarity, and an unwavering respect for natural elements. One takes its inspiration from the adrenaline and purity of competitive sailing; the other from the crystalline terroir of northern Burgundy. Together, they form a dialogue on freshness, performance, and elegance.

Rarity & Collectability

While Prada Luna Rossa is part of the maison’s ongoing fragrance line, special editions and early batches are prized among collectors, particularly those linked to the Luna Rossa sailing team’s America’s Cup campaigns. These editions become touchstones for enthusiasts who appreciate the brand’s fusion of sport and style.

Les Clos Grand Cru is inherently limited by geography — a small parcel of land producing wines of remarkable consistency and prestige. The 2018 vintage, with its balance of generosity and precision, has been widely acclaimed and is already sought after by collectors who understand its ageing potential. Bottles from top producers rarely linger on the market.

Prada Luna Rossa: The Spirit of the Sea

Launched in 2012, Prada Luna Rossa is more than a fragrance; it is an embodiment of the brand’s high-tech sailing team and its relentless pursuit of excellence on the water. Created by perfumer Daniela Andrier, the scent channels the exhilaration of open seas and the clean, invigorating air of coastal mornings.

The composition is crisp and modern: bitter orange and lavender lead into a heart of clary sage and spearmint, with a base of ambrette and ambroxan that gives depth without heaviness. The result is a scent that feels aerodynamic — cutting through the air with purpose yet never overpowering. It is a fragrance for those who view elegance as something dynamic, not static.

Prada’s Luna Rossa project reflects the maison’s philosophy of combining advanced technology with refined aesthetics. From carbon-fibre hulls to precision tailoring in its fashion lines, Prada’s mastery lies in making performance beautiful.

A Scene to Remember

Imagine stepping onto the deck of a sleek sailing yacht at dawn, the scent of Luna Rossa fresh on the skin, the horizon just beginning to blush with the first light. Later, in the yacht’s cabin, lunch is served: oysters and fine seafood alongside a chilled bottle of Chablis Les Clos 2018. The wine’s saline edge mirrors the sea breeze; its minerality recalls the chalk cliffs glimpsed from the bow. Two experiences — one worn, one tasted — both etched in memory through their purity and precision.

The Art of Fresh Luxury

Luxury does not always require opulence; sometimes it is the distilled essence of a single idea, executed flawlessly. Prada Luna Rossa and Chablis Les Clos 2018 demonstrate that freshness can be as luxurious as richness, that clarity can be as compelling as complexity. They invite us to consider luxury as a state of refinement where nothing is superfluous, and everything is intentional.

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