2021 Domaine Guiberteau Saumur Blanc Loire, France
$45.00
- Size: 3 ha (7.41 ac)
- Variety: Chenin Blanc
- Vine Age: Planted from the 1940s to 2012
- Terroir: Clay, limestone soil from lower on hill in Brézé (older vines) and Clos des Carmes and Clos Guichaux (younger vines)
- Viticulture: Organic. Pruning method is Guyau Val de Loire. Grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted in the vineyard.
- Vinification: Whole-cluster pressing, indigenous yeast fermentation, no chaptalization. Aged on fine lees in stainless steel tank until the spring, light filtration.
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