2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Residual Sugar 5.6 g/L
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Chenin Blanc
Region Vouvray
Soil Clay-limestone; the producer describes le haut-lieu more specifically as very deep brown clay on the vouvray plateau.
Harvest Dates Harvest began 8 September 2022 and lasted six weeks.
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels 50% demi-muids and 50% vats
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Barrel Size Demi-muid
Used Oak Only Yes
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details Grapes were harvested manually. The wine underwent traditional white-wine fermentation and ageing, divided equally between demi-muids and vats; 50% was aged for six months in demi-muids, with no new oak.
Tasting Notes Light, bright yellow; fresh and fruity, with linden, orange blossom and citrus notes, dense tangy pulp, chalky minerality and subtle salinity.
Food Pairing Shellfish salad, green asparagus, citrus scallop carpaccio, sole with lemon butter, or veal tartare.
Producer Information
Website
Address
11 rue de la Croix Buisée, 37210 Vouvray, France
Phone
+33 (0) 2 47 52 78 87
Email
Owner
Sarah et Hugo Hwang