2021 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur Blanc 'Breze' Loire, France
$88.00
- Size: 1.07 ha (2.64 ac)
- Variety: Chenin Blanc
- Vine Age: Planted in 1933 and 1952
- Terroir: From two plots in Brézé, sandy-clay soils over soft limestone bedrocks.
- Viticulture: Organic (AB, 2007), 5,500 vines/ha.
- Vinification: Sorted in the vineyards, pressed with whole clusters, ambient yeast fermentation, blocked malolactic conversion, aged for 15-18 months on the lees in demi-muids and/or barrels (new and 1-2 years old), blended and aged for an additional few months in steel tanks, filtered.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Appellation Saumur
- Style White Wine
- Producer Guiberteau
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chenin Blanc
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, White Sauce, Fried Food
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Dressed to Impress, Big Power

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