Domaine Gilles Chollet, Pouilly Fumé 2021

APPELLATION Pouilly Fumé

REGION Loire Valley, France

GRAPE VARIETAL 100% Sauvignon Blanc

TERROIR 50% sand – 50% clay-limestone. The 25-year-old vines are spread over 30 acres (12 hectares) and are cultivated in accordance with sustainable agricultural methods called “Lutte Raisonnée.” The vines yield 65 hectoliters per hectare in South-West exposure.

VITICULTURE & VINIFICATION After the mechanical harvest comes a delicate pressing at low pressure and a cold temperature (7 °) for 48 hours. This wine ferments in stainless steel vats (13-18 ° C) then is aged 3 to 5 months on its lees with stirring once a week over a period of 2 to 3 months. Light filtration and bottling takes place in mid / late winter.

TASTING NOTES Pale gold with green highlights. Dry on the palate, this aromatic Pouilly Fumé displays floral, fruity, and mineral notes.

FOOD PAIRING Appreciated as an aperitif and pairs well with crustacean, fish, roasted poultry, and cheese.

TECHNICALS Alcohol: 13.5% I