Champalou CUVEE DES FONDRAUX Vouvray Demi-Sec AC from France, Loire, Vouvray by Didier Champalou Vouvray Loire (6 x 75 cl)
Region:
France, Loire, Vouvray
Producer:
Didier Champalou Vouvray Loire
Product ID:
52979
ChampalouCUVEEDESFONDRAUXVouvrayDemi-Sec AC
Description: Catherine and Didier Champalou are young growers in Vouvray who, since 1984 have assembled a small domaine with vines averaging 25 years, planted solely with Chenin Blanc. The aim is to bring out the maximum expression of character from the grape while reflecting the different terroirs on which the vines are planted. Thus by applying rigorous standards, they have created one of the most exciting wineries in Vouvray. Didier Champalou's 19ha vineyard produces exceptional wine almost every year. Adopting manual harvesting during mid-October, the grapes are sorted by hand with only ripened and botrytised grapes being used. Once the grapes are pressed and the must racked, fermentation takes place in 220-500 litre oak casks. Vinifying the must in such small quantities means that it can take place over a longer period of time which gives more elegant fruit flavours. Bottling took place during the following September, inevitably, yields are restricted due to such practices. A beautiful light lemon yellow colour, this wine has an enticing nose of honey, cream and green apples. On the palate it has sweet fruit and a well balanced finish, with fresh balancing acidity that prevents the wine from becoming cloying. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £92.21
