COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
De Ladoucette
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Pouilly-Fumé De Ladoucette is a distinguished white wine from the Pouilly-Fumé appellation in France's Loire Valley, produced by the historic De Ladoucette estate. The De Ladoucette family has a long-standing tradition in the region, with Baron Patrick de Ladoucette continuing a legacy of high-quality winemaking. The estate is a significant contributor to the appellation's production, representing about 10% of the total. The vineyards are situated in Pouilly-Fumé, benefiting from clay and limestone soils, often with flint components, which are crucial to the wine's characteristic minerality. The 2023 vintage, specifically, experienced a growing season that, despite some variability, yielded wines with good balance and aromatic freshness, reflecting the unique terroir of Pouilly-Fumé.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€47
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
De Ladoucette accounts for about 10% of all Pouilly-Fumé production.
Fact 02
The estate's vineyards are planted on clay and limestone soils, often with flint.
Fact 03
Vine age for many parcels is between 25-35 years.
Fact 04
No oak is used in the winemaking to preserve purity.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Pouilly-Fumé De Ladoucette is vinified using traditional methods focused on preserving the grape's purity and the terroir's expression. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures to maintain freshness and aromatic intensity. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a period of aging on its lees for three to six months, with regular stirring to enhance texture and complexity. This process of bâtonnage builds body and mouthfeel. Crucially, no oak is used in the winemaking, ensuring that the wine's character is a direct reflection of the grape and its origin. The 2023 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season, contributing to the wine's inherent freshness and aromatic profile.
