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Saumur Clos de l'Ecotard - Michel Chevré 2016

Yellow fruitFood-friendly wine
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12.5%

1.5L

Intensity

Meticulous maturation results in a complex and deliciously fruity white wine which invites wonderful food pairings.

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Quantity: 2 bottlesObservation: 2 Marginally marked labelsLevel: 2 NormalOrigin: professionalRecoverable VAT: yesRegion: Loire ValleyAppellation: SaumurOwner: Clos de l'Ecotard - Michel Chevré
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Saumur Clos de l'Ecotard - Michel Chevré 2016

The wine

Subtle and fresh, rich in notes of white fruit, white flowers and citrus fruits, this wine perfectly balances power and mineral persistence. Originally, old Chenin vines (grown on clay-limestone soils) were vinified in 400-litre barriques and Burgundy pièces. The wine was also aged on fine lees for 12 months. And, of course, all these steps were done at low temperatures to preserve the wine's fruity notes.

About the Producer Domaine des Roches Neuves

Thierry Germain moved to Varrains in 1992, where he makes Saumur whites (from 3 hectares of Chenin) and Saumur-Champigny (from 19 hectares of Cabernet Franc). His philosophy is entirely based on the way in which he works the vines. "Science is useless when the grapes are of mediocre quality: if the vine is neglected, it cannot yield the desired nectar". This is why the domain is run entirely according to biodynamic principles (certified in 2005), in a bid to breathe new life into the soil. The wine-maker only intervenes in the plant's growth as a little added extra. Minimal intervention and natural, parcel-by-parcel vinification result in vintage after vintage of wines that are always different, never the same. Today, Thierry Germain is one of the best representatives of his generation, and has contributed to restoring the reputation of the Saumur appellation. He produces a sublime range, of a very high quality, among the finest wines of the appellation. A big favourite with the iDealwine team!

Detailed characteristics

Quantity: 2 bottles

Level: 2 NormalObservation: 2 Marginally marked labels

Origin: professional

Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar

Recoverable VAT: yes

Original wooden case / Original case: no

French customs seal: yes

Alcohol percentage: 12.5 %

Region: Loire Valley

Appellation: Saumur

Owner: Clos de l'Ecotard - Michel Chevré

Vintage: 2016

Colour: white

Service temperature: 12°

Viticulture: biodynamic More information....

Size (in ha): 29 hectares

Intensity: crisp

Leading aroma: yellow fruit

Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine

Grape variety: Chenin Blanc
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Saumur Clos de l'Ecotard - Michel Chevré 2016

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