Presentation
Location
The Vouvray vineyard is located to the east of Tours.
Terroir
It extends over 2000 hectares on a clay-limestone terroir. Chenin blanc, also known as Pineau de Loire, enjoys a beautiful exposure on the plateaux overlooking the Loire.
In the vineyard
The grapes are harvested when fully ripe allowing a good balance between freshness and roundness.
Winemaking
Pressing. Slight settling of the must then slow fermentation at low temperature (18°C).
Ageing
Aged on fine lees for 6 months then bottled in the spring.
Advice
Serving
Serve chilled 10-12°C.
Visual appearance
Golden colour.
At nose
It is characterised by notes of citrus fruit, fruits (peach, pear) and flower aromas (acacia).
On the palate
This wine is a tender dry type. Round and fruity on the palate. Beautiful balance underlined by a fresh, slightly nervous finish.
Food pairings
It goes well with aperitifs, fish in sauce, white meats (blanquette, Basque chicken), charcuterie, goat's cheese (St Maure de Touraine).
Reviews
"Millésime 2020"
