The Sweet Wine
The Sweet Wine
This wine is made from overripe grapes, which allows for a natural concentration of sugars and aromas. The Chenin’s natural acidity gives this wine a lovely balance.
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Appellation | Vouvray |
| Terroir | Clay-flint soil, limestone subsoil |
| Grape variety | Chenin Blanc |
| Age of vines | 45 years |
| Harvest | Manual |
The grapes, harvested when fully ripe, are vinified in 400-liter oak barrels, where they age for 8 months.The overripe grapes are vinified in 400-liter oak barrels, aged for 8 months.
The nose reveals aromas of candied fruit (pear, quince); the mouth is rich (apricot) yet retains a certain structure, supported by a nice acidity (54g of residual sugar).
This smooth, easy-drinking wine is perfect not only as an aperitif but also as an accompaniment to a chicken tagine with candied lemon, or to enhance a fresh fruit salad. Great with blue cheeses.
Let it breathe slightly after opening; a wine for laying down (up to 15 years).