Loire / France

White

Chenin Blanc

Organic / Biodynamic

13.5 %

100% Chenin Blanc. From 3 hectares of vines ranging from 5 years to over 80 years in age. Clay/limestone soils over tuffeau stone. Hand-harvested in small bins. Native yeast fermentation with no additions in barrel at cool temperatures for 4 months. Malolactic fermentation occurs naturally during aging in oak (less than 20% new barrels for 12 months). Bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulfur

Located in Parnay, Chateau Yvonne has been surrounded by vineyards since the middle ages, when the monks at the Abbaye de Fontevraud brought their influence to the region. The Chateau dates to the 16th century, but not much is known until 1813, when a local winemaker moved in and began pro- ducing wine on site. In 1997, Yvonne et Jean-François Lamunière decided to recreate the abandoned vineyard with the help of Françoise Foucault. In 2007, Mathieu Vallée took over, and decided to keep the name Chateau Yvonne in hommage to the incredible work done by the previous owners. Today the domaine is one of the best producers in Saumur, composed of 3 hectares of Chenin Blanc and 8 hectares of Cabernet Franc, farmed organic since 1997 and biodynamic since 2012

 

A wonderful expression of Chenin Blanc on a more riper style. Expressive stone fruits, yellow apple, pear and nuances of white pepper. The wine is nuanced, supported by a resplendent Loire character and underlined with freshness and elegance