COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Domaine des Grouas
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine des Grouas was established in July 2022 by Lionel and Pauline Sain Hupolox in Martigné-Briand, Loire Valley. Situated at the geological crossroads of 'Anjou Noir' (schist) and 'Anjou Blanc' (limestone), the estate focuses on organic and biodynamic viticulture. Lionel transitioned from digital consulting to winemaking, training under legendary Loire masters like Domaine de Bellivière, Terre de l'Élu, and Domaine Emmanuel Ogereau. 'Hélianthème' is named after the wild rock rose flower that grows in their biodiverse vineyards.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the Helianthemum (rock rose) flower, which translates from Greek as 'flower that turns with the sun.'
Fact 02
Winemaker Lionel Hupolox transitioned from a career in digital project management to follow his passion for viticulture.
Fact 03
This cuvée acts as a sibling to the estate's flagship bottling from the legendary Les Onglés schist hillside.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Crafted from 100% Chenin Blanc grown on schist soils. The grapes are manually harvested and directly pressed. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged for 20 months in a combination of stainless steel vats and oak barrels. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulfur additions (total SO2 of 42 mg/l), preserving its natural tension and purity.
