2020 Sylvain Dittiere La Porte Saint Jean 'La Perlée', France
$59.99
A very unique and rare Perlee located near Doue-la-Fontaine and made from very old vines of Chenin Blanc + 90 years old in the Saumur appellation but labeled as Vin de France. Soil is composed of limestone and tuffeau. His first harvest was 2013. The wine was aged 24 months partly in barrique and demi-muid about 40% new. A grand vin which will need several years of cellaring.
-Importer's Note
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Appellation Saumur
- Style White Wine
- Producer Sylvain Dittiere
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Chenin Blanc
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, Fresh Seafood, White Sauce, Spicy, Fried Food
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Has Age, Dressed to Impress, Big Power