COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Gamay Saint-Romain
PRODUCER
Domaine des Pothiers
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine des Pothiers Côte Roannaise La Chapelle 2023 is a red wine from the Côte Roannaise sub-region of the Loire Valley, made from 100% Gamay Saint-Romain. The wine originates from a specific plot, 'La Chapelle,' situated on a granitic hillock at an elevation exceeding 500 meters. This high-altitude vineyard contributes to the wine's distinctive character. The estate, Domaine des Pothiers, has a long-standing family history in the region, with current winemaker Romain Paire committed to biodynamic viticultural practices. The appellation itself, AOP Côte Roannaise, is known for its unique terroir, which influences the expression of Gamay Saint-Romain. The wine is recognized as an 'anthological bottle' for the estate, representing a refined expression of the grape and its origin.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grown at over 500 meters altitude.
Fact 02
Certified Organic and Biodynamic.
Fact 03
Gamay Saint-Romain is a specific clone of Gamay.
Fact 04
The 2022 vintage received high scores from major French wine critics.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Pothiers Côte Roannaise La Chapelle 2023 begins with a manual harvest and sorting in the vineyard. For fermentation, 75% of the grapes are destemmed, followed by an 18-day maceration period that includes cap punchings. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an 11-month aging process. This maturation takes place in truncated wooden vats and foudres, which are large-format wooden vessels. The estate adheres to certified organic and biodynamic viticultural practices, reflecting a commitment to natural winemaking and environmental stewardship.
