COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
100% Chenin Blanc
PRODUCER
Domaine Champalou
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The 2023 Vouvray Sec from Domaine Champalou is a distinguished white wine from the Vouvray AOC in Touraine, Loire Valley, France, crafted from 100% Chenin Blanc. Established in 1983, Domaine Champalou is a family-run estate renowned for its high-quality Vouvray wines. The estate's philosophy emphasizes freshness, fruit, finesse, and delicacy, with the current winemaking led by the founder's daughter. The wine is produced using sustainable viticulture practices, reflecting a commitment to the environment. The unique terroir of Vouvray, characterized by clay-limestone soils, provides the ideal conditions for Chenin Blanc to express its full potential. The 2023 vintage experienced mixed weather, shaping the character of this particular release.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine is made from 100% Chenin Blanc, a versatile grape known for its high acidity and aging potential.
Fact 02
Domaine Champalou practices 'Lutte Raisonnée', a form of sustainable viticulture.
Fact 03
The wine is aged for 11 months on its fine lees, adding texture and depth.
Fact 04
A low pH of 3.08 contributes to the wine's vibrant freshness.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Domaine Champalou's Vouvray Sec begins with hand-harvested grapes, picked early in the morning to maintain freshness. The grapes are gently pressed using pneumatic presses. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures, employing indigenous yeasts. Malolactic fermentation is completed, contributing to the wine's structure. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an 11-month aging period on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks, a technique that builds texture and complexity while preserving freshness. The domaine practices 'Lutte Raisonnée' and 'Viticulture Durable', indicating a commitment to sustainable farming methods.
