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Domaine de Villargeau (blanc)

Intense nose first on citrus zest.
Frank attack, beautiful mouth on citrus notes supplemented by a mineral point.

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Domaine de Villargeau

2018

Coteaux du Giennois AOC

France - Vallée de la Loire

          



On south-southwest facing land, enjoying maximum sunshine, the Thibault family chose to create the Domaine de Villargeau in 1991.
This vineyard of 20 hectares is planted with 3/4 of white grapes, Sauvignon. The red and rosé wines are made from Pinot Noir.

The Gamay, the historical grape of the appellation, allows the elaboration of a red wine very greedy. The geological history of the formation of the Loire depression explains the diversity of soils:

• On the one hand, flint offers all its potential to Sauvignon, which expresses itself there with delicacy and fruity.

• On the other hand, Kimmeridgian marls on clay-limestone soil allow Pinot Noir and Gamay to develop good balance between matter, fruity and freshness.



     Variety:
Sauvignon Blanc

     Average age of vines:
15 years

     Soils:
80% flint clay - 20% clay-limestone - Kimmeridgian marls

     Culture of the vine:
Grass vines naturally.
Size in Guyot Poussard.
Severe disbudding (regulation at 14 clusters per foot).
Tillage in sustainable viticulture.

      Tasting:
Pale golden yellow color, brilliant.
Intense nose first on citrus zest.
Frank attack, beautiful mouth on citrus notes supplemented by a mineral point.

     Wine style:
Bright and dry white wine.

     Food pairing:
This wine goes well with appetizers and goat cheese.
To associate with fish, seafood.

      Potential of guard:
3 years in your cellar.

      Analytic :
12.5% ​​Volume. 75 cl.
Contains sulfites.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health.
To consume with moderation.
"The consumption of alcoholic beverages during pregnancy, even in small amounts, can have serious consequences on the health of the child."
Country : France
Region: Loire Valley wine
Naming of wines : Coteaux du Giennois
Color : White wine
Type of farming: farming Terra Vitis
Vintage : 2018
Keep : Wine ready to drink
Style of wines : Light and lively white wine
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc

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