clos du gaimont Vouvray 2017
Winemaker François Chainier Accolades 93 points (Year's Best Loire Wines) Varietal Blend 100% Chenin Blanc Wine & Spirits, 88 points Wine Enthusiast, Location Loire Valley, France 89 points Wine Spectator
Commune Vouvray
Appellation AOC Vouvray
Alcohol Content 12.5%
TA 4.78 g/l
pH 3.15
RS 2.3 g/l
VINEYARDS: TASTING NOTES: Clos du Gaimont is a parcel of the esteemed Clos de Nouys vineyard, which is situated Enticing aromas reveal classic Chenin on one plot of premium land in the heart of Vouvray. Vouvray is one of the oldest terroirs Blanc characteristics— floral notes in France, located on the east side of Tours. This wine is produced from trellised Chenin Blanc vines that average 30 years of age, receive south-southwest exposure and are that are reminiscent of acacias with set in clay limestone soil. The vineyards are managed according to an ecofriendly, hints of fresh fruit. Crisp green apple sustainable philosophy. There is minimal weeding and regular scrutiny of the state of and citrus fruit are supported by a the vines in order to determine when the best time to apply a treatment is. mineral edge that leads to a rich, VINTAGE: concentrated and well balanced, dry Spring and summer were both dry and hot resulting in healthy grapes but thirsty palate. Serve chilled and enjoy with vines and early ripeness. Consequently harvest took place in early September. appetizers, seafood and poultry. VINIFICATION AND MATURATION: Grapes were hand harvested, with great care taken in the handling from vineyard to cellar. Following a long pressing and strict juice selection, the grapes underwent 24 hours of settling. A second sorting was carried out prior to the alcoholic fermentation, which took place either in stainless steel tanks or oak wood barrels. Temperature was monitored over the course of a month and a half, with the lees stirred every 10 days to ensure a smooth fermentation. The wine was then racked and aged for micro oxygenation in three-year-old Cognac oak barrels on its fine lees for four months in troglodyte caves.
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