Chenin Blanc ‘Harmonie’ 2023
Country
France
Region
Central Vineyards
Producer
Complices de Loire
Grape(s)
Chenin Blanc (100%)
Type
White
Style
Mineral
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Organic practices
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
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
Complices de Loire is a joint venture between François-Xavier Barc and Gérald Vallée, two vine growers and winemakers from the Loire Valley. Originating from the Loire area, François-Xavier Barc studied in the Chinon and Saint-Emilion wine regions. Surrounded by winegrowers who share the same philosophy and passion for good wine, he has created around 15 cuvées divided into three different wine ranges. Gérald Vallée comes from a long line of winemakers and also manages his family-owned estate Domaine de la Cotelleraie situated in the heart of Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil. Their project has been to transform their 28ha into a modern, environmentally friendly vineyard and produce quality wines showing the versatility of the Loire Valley, all production is farmed organically and sustainably.
Tasting Notes
This is a delightful Chenin Blanc from the Loire, with a slight complexity from six months of lees age, which gives a smooth texture the wine. There is also lovely balance that threads the needle between a fruit driven style and a more savoury style. With flavours and aromas of green apple, ripe pear and honeysuckle, followed by a waxy texture and poached spiced apple, and a lovely crisp acidity.
Food
A great match for Asian cuisine, like Chinese and Thai and also with seafood.
