COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Saget la Perrier
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château de la Mulonnières L'effet Papillon Savennières is a dry white wine from the Loire Valley, France, produced by Saget la Perrier. It is made from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes grown in the Savennières appellation, specifically on the Epiré plateau with its distinctive schist, clay, spilite, and aeolian sand soils. The name 'L'effet Papillon' translates to 'The Butterfly Effect,' suggesting a wine of subtle yet significant impact. Saget la Perrier is a family-owned producer with a long history in the Loire Valley, emphasizing a connection to nature and the region's diverse terroirs.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'L'effet Papillon' means 'The Butterfly Effect'.
Fact 02
Saget la Perrier has roots in winemaking dating back to 1790.
Fact 03
Savennières is known for its mineral-driven dry white wines.
Fact 04
The wine is made exclusively from Chenin Blanc.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Château de la Mulonnières L'effet Papillon Savennières involves hand-harvesting and meticulous sorting of Chenin Blanc grapes at optimal ripeness. The winemaking process employs a dual approach to fermentation: a portion of the juice is fermented in oak barrels, while the remainder is fermented in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a 9-month aging period in oak barrels. This combination of techniques aims to achieve a balance between richness and freshness, reflecting the unique characteristics of the Savennières terroir.
