2020 Domaine Frantz Saumon 'Bondesir' Montlouis-sur-Loire, Loire, France
$57.00
Frantz has 6 hectares in Montlouis that are certified organic. His main focus is chenin blanc, which he has 5 different vineyards of, all with unique terroirs. He established his domaine in Montlouis-sur-Loire in 2002, after a few stints as a forester in France and Canada, and a stage with Christian Chaussard of Domaine le Briseau, an influential voice in the “vin naturel” world who passed away not long ago.
From a parcel of Chenin Blanc with plantings from 1918-2012
2020 was a very ripe vintage. Off-dry chenin (~25 g/L RS), half direct-press, half skin contact for 3 months, elevagfe in barrel/concrete. Rich, delicious
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Style White Wine
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chenin Blanc
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Fresh Seafood, White Sauce, Spicy, Fried Food
- Characteristics Wild Side, Dressed to Impress, Big Power, Off Dry