COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Savagnin Blanc
PRODUCER
La Maison Carrée
REGION
Neuchâtel - Three Lakes
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Maison Carrée Savagnin Blanc 2022 hails from the Neuchâtel region of Switzerland, produced by La Maison Carrée, a winery with a history stretching back to the 16th century. The Perrochet family, who own and manage the estate, are committed to biodynamic farming practices. This wine is made exclusively from 100% Savagnin Blanc grapes grown on their own vineyards, situated on argilo-calcareous soil at altitudes between 440 and 510 meters. The winery is noted for its role in reviving the Savagnin Blanc grape in the Neuchâtel area, a variety with historical ties to the Jura region.
ALCOHOL
11.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Savagnin Blanc has origins in the Jura region of France.
Fact 02
La Maison Carrée is dedicated to reviving this grape in Neuchâtel.
Fact 03
Vines are grown at altitudes up to 510 meters.
Fact 04
The winery practices biodynamic farming.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Maison Carrée Savagnin Blanc 2022 is produced using traditional methods. Fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts in large oak foudres. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for one year on its lees in oak barrels. The grapes are harvested manually. The winery adheres to biodynamic farming practices.
