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Vin de France Grold Jérôme Saurigny 2021

The wine

Most likely from Anjou, the Chenin grape is thought to have originated in the sixth century, when the monks of the Abbey of Saint-Maur cultivated this naturally fertile variety. For some, the word Chenin, meaning ‘dog’ in old French, refers to the attraction these animals had for the tasty kernels of fruit. Adapting perfectly to the terroir in Anjou and Touraine, the Chenin vines are carefully cultivated with minimal intervention. The philosophy in the cellar is the same as that in the vineyard. After discovering traditional methods of vinification, the winemaker decided to ban all additives and laboratory yeasts from his wines, in order to optimise the expression of the terroir.
The intense bouquet is marked by aromas of green tea and hawthorn, accompanied by notes of yellow peaches. On the palate, a great balance is created between light smokey aromas and a great minerality leading to a long and flavourful finish.

About the Producer Jérôme Saurigny

Jérôme Saurigny was a passionate and meticulous young winemaker when he decided to establish his own domain and name it after himself. He settled in the heart of the Loire Valley where he cultivates the region’s flagship grape varieties, including Chenin, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay, Sauvignon and Grolleau. Passionate about natural wines and committed to protecting biodiversity, the winemaker tends his vines with the greatest respect for the lands. Each parcel receives specific care depending on its needs, to allow the personality of each one to shine through. In the winery, the philosophy is the same. No sulphur or other inputs are used in the vinification process. Fermentation is achieved thanks to naturally occurring yeasts in the grapes. It’s against this peaceful backdrop that the winemaker produces fruity, authentic and flavoursome vintages, perfectly reflecting the region’s grape varieties.