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Château Gaudrelle
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At the very heart of Chateau Gaudrelle are the special, old vineyards owned by Alexander Monmousseau until 2020 and now by Eric Pasquier, which are located in Vouvray, first mentioned in the District Archives of Tours in the 1500's. Like his father, grandfather, and great grandfather before him, Alexandre managed the vineyards by only natural means; no insecticides or herbicides have even been used in over 100 years. It has "Terra Vitis" certification and is in Ecocert Conversion.
The 14 hectares of south-facing vineyards are are composed of argilleous and chalky soil. Chenin grown this way produces off-dry to sweet wines, depending on the vintage. The taste of this wine is characterized by quince fruit and acacia flower. The average production is a mere 6,500 cases.
2016 AOC Vouvray Sec .375L
Chenin Blanc
This 100% Chenin Blanc (Pineau de Loire) was produced from a single cru of the property with vines averaging 40+ years of age and one Ha being 95+ years old . Hand picked, each was vinified in its own manner to bring out its specific character (35% botrytised grapes) Bottled in May 2017.
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SKU: 317651
2018 AOC Vouvray Sec-tendre Clos le Vigneau
Chenin Blanc
This 100% Chenin Blanc comes from a single Cru: Clos le Vigneau, Vinified in its own separate manner to bring out its specific character (40% botrytised grapes). Produced from 14 hectares of the best cru classé vines of the appellation, averaging 40+ years of age; one Ha is 95+ years old.
A sec-tendre, light golden-yellow in colour possesses a fine, yet discreet nose of apricots, plums, and flowers. Very clean with a perfect acid balance. Mouth filling, round, soft and supple, complex; ample length. A wine that can be best enjoyed now with grilled fish, scallops or oysters; it will further develop for many years to come.
SKU: 309567
2018 AOC Vouvray Turonien Sec
Chenin Blanc
A new offering from Alexandre Monmousseau delivered with the care and craft found in all his other wines. A style of Chenin from one of his newer vineyards aptly named for the geological age of the chalky limestone found there.
This wine is 100% Chenin Blanc crafted from three different cru vineyards. Round with slightly honeyed citrus flavours and bright acid for a balanced wine. This wine is produced from organically grown grapes.
4 of 5 Stars - Decanter
SKU: 231878
Cremant de Loire AOC
Chenin Blanc
Produced in the traditional manner. Pale straw yellow; floral and melon tones throughout, light and clean on the palate. A superb aperitif, it goes best with fish, shellfish, cream sauces and soft cheese.
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SKU: 247072