Julien et François Pinon - Vouvray - Sec - Blanc - 2022

Wine:

Exquisitely refined, the 2022 white Vouvray Sec presents a pure style that is both ripe and fresh. This classic Chenin Blanc expression is perfectly defined, with clays adding depth and breadth to its well-acidic structure, leading to a long, precise finish. A perfect Loire Valley white! Rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, grapes sorted, fermentation lasts 1 to 3 months, aged 4 to 5 months in barrel on fine lees. The wine is filtered before bottling in early April.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Pale yellow with green highlights.

Nose:

A fine expression of Chenin, with notes of pear and ripe citrus fruit mingled with hints of honey and quince.

Palate:

Clean and delicate, with a fresh, mineral structure, this wine is precise and broad on the palate.

Temperature:

Aerate before serving, between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Vegetable terrines, seafood, grilled fish.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2032

A renowned estate in the Loire Valley, firmly established in Vouvray, Domaine François et Julien Pinon maintains a classic and dynamic style, producing white wines without any new oak. The 14 hectares, organically farmed for over 20 years, reveal every nuance of their terroirs. In recognition of this, the wines were selected in January 2024 among the '100 Best Wines in the World' by Wine Spectator magazine.