FRANCE
Chaume
2009 Chenin Blanc
Viticulture
| Vineyard: |
South Facing. |
| Soil Type: |
Clay & Schist |
| Vine Age: |
30 to 50 years old. |
| Irrigation: |
No irrigation |
| Harvest Date: |
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| Yield: |
25hl/ha |
Vinification:
Hand harvested over several pickings, picked at optimum ripeness with botrytis and after undergoing passerillage.
A combination of traditional fermentation and vinification in foudres.
Tasting Notes:
| Color: |
Golden yellow. |
| Nose: |
Rich aromas ranging from cooked apple to concentrated fruity aromas mixed with cinnamon and cumin. Lively and vibrant. |
| Palate: |
Soft and lingering on the palate. |
| Other: |
Great pairing with blue cheese, duck foie gras or fruit tarts. |
Chemical Analysis:
| Alc (%): |
12.43 |
| RS (g/l): |
103.9 |
| TA (g/l): |
4.36 |
| pH: |
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