COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Ampelidae
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Brochet Réserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is an organic white wine from the Val de Loire IGP in France's Loire Valley, produced by Ampelidae. Founded by oenologist Frédéric Brochet, the winery is dedicated to environmentally conscious viticulture, combining natural farming with advanced winemaking. The vineyards are situated in the southern Loire, benefiting from a mild climate and chalky limestone soils ideal for Sauvignon Blanc. This wine's distinctiveness lies in its organic certification and its expression of the grape's purity and minerality from this specific terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Ampelidae is a leader in organic farming in the Loire Valley.
Fact 02
Vineyards are managed to promote biodiversity and soil health.
Fact 03
The winery combines modern and traditional winemaking techniques.
Fact 04
Frédéric Brochet holds a doctorate in Oenology.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Brochet Réserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is produced using 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes from organically farmed vineyards in the Loire Valley. Ampelidae employs a winemaking approach that combines modern techniques with traditional methods. Key to its production is fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks, which is designed to preserve the grape's inherent freshness, aromatic purity, and vibrant acidity. The harvest is timed to achieve optimal balance between fruit ripeness and acidity. The winery's overarching philosophy emphasizes environmental stewardship, with a strong commitment to organic viticulture, soil health, and biodiversity.
