The Savennières AOC is situated just south of Angers, the historical capital of Anjou. Its 370-planted acres stretch across southern-exposed slopes on the right bank of the Loire River. Savennières’ shallow soils are comprised of well-drained sandstone schist, volcanic rock (rhyolite) and aeolain sand, which allow for excellent drainage, slight cluster dehydration and resulting concentrated fruit flavors in the trademark Chenin Blanc. This soil quality combined with the mesoclimatic influence of the Loire create a dry, full-bodied Chenin Blanc with a succulent mouthfeel, intense aromas and remarkable ageability. maintain the wines freshness and bouquet.
Nicolas Joly Savennières Les Vieux Clos
$62.99
2018 Chenin From 5.5 hectares on east-facing hillside slopes; the vines are just over 20 years old. The soil is mostly schist with some quartz and very little sand. Aged in used barrels for 6-8...