Description
Since 1669, the Gautier family has elaborated a selection of highly expressive Chenin Blanc wines.
The 15 ha Domaine de la Châtaigneraie is situated in the heart of the Loire Valley in Rochecorbon and Parçay-Meslay on the right bank of the Loire River.
In 1981, Benoit Gautier became the newest member of the Gautier family and has been recognised as one of the most talented Vouvray winemakers of his generation, earning numerous national awards and assessed 90+ by The Wine Spectator on several occasions.
Grape
100% Chenin Blanc
Vineyard & Vinification Note
Sustainable viticulture
Manual harvesting.
Fermentation in half‐muid, use of indigenous yeasts, regular stirring.
Ageing in half‐muid, light filtration, ageing on lees, regular stirring.
Tasting Note
Deep yellow colour. The nose is complex, fresh, with subtle aromas of acacia, white flowers, lemon, blackberry, pear, vanilla and coriander. The palate is silky and refined with peach aromas and a long finish.
“The sugar is well balanced by an energetic mouth, persistent, with biting acidity. Barley sugar, candied quince, dried apricot, and beeswax. Beautiful bottle!” Olivier Marie, C&C
Ageing potential: Up to 50 years
Vegan.
Food Pairing
A great partner to spicy food, goat and blue cheeses, and desserts.
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