Saumur Blanc AOC, Domaine du Fondis
Vineyard: Domaine du Fondis
Grower: Jean-Jacques and Laurent Jamet
Age of Vines: 115 years old
Grapes: 100% Chenin Blanc
Village: Turquant
Region: Loire Valley
Soil: Clay and chalk over tuffeau subsoil
Production Methods: Small yields harvested by hand. Traditional methods, sustainable viticulture using organic products, leaving grass around the vines. Manual de-budding. Temperature controlled vinification. No oak.
Special Features: Laurent is the 4th generation of the Jamet family to run the domaine with a focus on the expression of the minerality of the terroir and the elegance of the fruit.
Country: France
Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale golden yellow.
Nose: Expressive: acacia, fresh walnut, lime tree and citrus.
Palate: Exceptional minerality, complex with flowery notes, granny smith apple and dry banana, light acacia honey.
Length/Finish: Crisp and persistent, lemon confit extremely well balanced.
Alcohol: 14%
Sulphites: Low
Bottle Closure: Natural
