COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Gringet
PRODUCER
Domaine du Gringet
REGION
Savoie
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Bergerie is a white wine from the Vin de Savoie appellation, produced by Domaine du Gringet from 100% Gringet grapes. This indigenous variety is primarily cultivated in the Savoie region. The wine originates from the Ayze appellation, specifically from vineyards located on south-facing foothill terroirs characterized by yellow marl and limestone scree soils. Domaine du Gringet emerged following the passing of Dominique Belluard, the founder of the renowned Domaine Belluard, and is now managed by a team committed to preserving the estate's heritage and promoting the Gringet grape through a philosophy of minimal intervention and respect for terroir. 'La Bergerie' is notable as the estate's sole blended cuvée.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€45
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gringet is a grape variety found almost exclusively in Savoie.
Fact 02
This is the only blended cuvée from the new Domaine du Gringet.
Fact 03
The estate continues the legacy of the iconic Domaine Belluard.
Fact 04
Vineyards are on south-facing slopes with limestone and marl soils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking for 'La Bergerie' begins with gentle pressing of the Gringet grapes over 4-7 hours, followed by a 24-hour static settling. Fermentation is initiated spontaneously using indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for nine months on its fine lees, with two-thirds maturing in ovoid concrete vats and one-third in stainless steel vats. A further ten months of bottle aging precedes the wine's release. The winemaking approach is characterized by minimal intervention, including limited sulfur additions and aging in neutral containers.
