Vin de France Faia Mai & Kenji Hodgson 2019
13.5%
1.5L
Intensity
What makes this wine special?
An experimental cuvée with a nose of white flowers and a supple palate.
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Vin de France Faia Mai & Kenji Hodgson 2019
Tucked away in the Loire Valley lies a rather remarkable estate, notable for being run by two foreign winemakers who fell in love with this beautiful region, its complexity and its diversity. Mai, of Japanese origin, and Kenji, from Canada, took their first steps in the world of wine in Canada. Their curiosity and open-mindedness led them to the world of natural wines, which intrigued them so much that they decided to fly to France to learn more… and never left. The truth is, they made some really interesting connections there. These included Mark Angéli from the very exclusive Ferme de la Sansonnière, Claude Courtois and Olivier Cousin.
Unsurprisingly, the region struck a chord with them and, in 2010, a year after their arrival, they acquired some old vines of Grolleau, Cabernet Franc and Chenin grown on the Faye d’Anjou. Naturally, the cultivation methods are healthy and synthetic products are banned. Similarly, in the winery, vinification is as natural as possible. So we’re keeping a close eye on this young estate, with its commendable philosophy and pure, flavourful wines.
Detailed characteristics
- Quantity:
- 2 bottles
- Level:
- 2 Normal
- Observation:
- 2 Marginally marked labels
- Origin:
- private individual
- Type of cellar:
- underground, natural cellar
- Recoverable VAT:
- no
- Wooden case:
- no
- Local excise duty seal:
- no
- Alcohol percentage:
- 13.5 %
- Region:
- Loire Valley
- Appellation:
- Vin de France
- Owner:
- Mai & Kenji Hodgson
- Vintage:
- 2019
- Colour:
- white
- Service temperature:
- 11°
- Viticulture:
- organic and natural More information....
- Intensity:
- crisp
- Leading aroma:
- floral
- Tasting occasion:
- food-friendly wine
- Grape variety:
- Chenin Blanc
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