Ladoucette Pouilly-Fume Baron de L 2019
Country
France
Region
Central Vineyards
Producer
Domaines de Ladoucette
Grape(s)
Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
Type
White
Style
Mineral
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
13%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
This beautiful region is situated 200Km south of Paris and extends west along the high reaches of the Loire River. This is a cold climate region making top quality wines from Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir and includes the following famous villages; Sancerre, Pouilly Sur Loire, Quincy and Menetou-Salon. The soils have a high percentage of flint and limestone, and this results in crisp, aromatic whites and perfumed, elegant rose and reds. Littered with artisan producers, the best single Domaine wines are made in small quantities and are of top quality.
Producer
De Ladoucette traces its history back to the 18th century where the Comtes Lafond family has owned the largest and most famous vineyards of Pouilly Fumé. A real sense of exceptionality with the rare vintages of Baron de L wines, they set the standard of outstanding Sauvignon Blanc. Renowned for Pouilly Fumé but also extended into Sancerre also with exceptional vintages, with the wonderful wines coming from Clos de la Poussie a natural south-facing amphitheatre.
Tasting Notes
Grown in this northern climate and on the stone\flint plateau overlooking the Loire River this is a classic example of cracking winemaking and low yielding Sauvignon Blanc vines producing fantastic grapes. This dry white displays a classic smokey, lime and mineral influenced flavour reflective of the region`s flinty soils. Delivering an elegant and well balanced taste of kiwi fruit and gooseberries it then leaps into a fresh and clean tang with a delicious zesty lime finish.
Food
Wonderful with smoked fish, seafood and white meats.
