2020 Domaine aux Moines, Savennieres La Roche aux Moines Loire, France
$52.99
VINEYARD
9.6 hectares of Chenin blanc grown on hillsides along the Loire River.
SOIL
Schist with sandstone and clay
VITICULTURE
Yields are kept extremely low, usually around 30 h/h, and all work is done by hand including the harvest which occurs slowly over a few weeks (5-6 tries" or pickings). Will be certified organic in the 2012 vintage!
Specs
- Country France
- Region Loire Valley
- Appellation Savennières
- Style White Wine
- Producer Aux Moines
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chenin Blanc
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Braised Things, Fresh Seafood, White Sauce, Fried Food
- Characteristics Icon, Dressed to Impress, Zippy, Big Power