COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Domaine des Grandes Esperances
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Aurore Chenin Blanc 2020 from Domaine des Grandes Esperances is a 100% Chenin Blanc from the Touraine AOC in the Loire Valley, France. The estate is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, cultivating grapes on flint clay and siliceous soils. Domaine des Grandes Esperances, part of the Maison Saget la Perrière group, aims to produce generous wines that reflect their terroir. This particular wine is aged for 18 months in barrels, including a portion of new oak, contributing to its character. The 2020 vintage is noted for its balance and potential for aging.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Certified organic and biodynamic farming.
Fact 02
Aged for 18 months in barrels, one-third new oak.
Fact 03
Grown on flint clay and siliceous soils.
Fact 04
Part of the Maison Saget la Perrière group.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Aurore Chenin Blanc 2020 begins with hand-harvested grapes. A cold maceration of the skins in the must occurs for 12 hours before fermentation. The wine then undergoes fermentation, contributing to its character. Following fermentation, it is aged for 18 months in barrels, with one-third of these being new oak. The estate is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, employing various sustainable viticultural techniques.
