🍇 Organic Amphora Chenin Blanc Wine

Domaine Loïc Mahé Savennières: Pure and mineral expression of a natural Chenin, aged in amphorae

This cuvée is a bold interpretation of Chenin Blanc fermented and aged for 18 months in amphorae and sandstone eggs, without yeasts or additives, except for a light volcanic sulfur — an authentic, vibrant, and refined wine.

🔍 Main Characteristics:

• Vintage: 2018

• Winery: Loïc Mahé — organic, sometimes biodynamic viticulture, in the Savennières appellation, with a traditional and terroir-respecting approach.
  

• Appellation: AOC Savennières (Loire Valley)

• Grape Variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
  

• Terroir: Schist and sandy soils typical of Savennières, offering a beautiful minerality.
  

• Vinification & Ageing: Manual harvest, slow direct pressing, fermented and aged for 18 months in amphorae and sandstone eggs, without exogenous yeasts, only a little volcanic sulfur. Bottled after ageing.
  

• Alcohol Content: 13.5% vol.
  

👁️ Wine Profile:

• Appearance: Intense and luminous golden yellow.
  

• Nose: Distinct aromas of toasted nuts, toasted bread, lemon zest, and ripe fruit, with a complex hint of pineapple.
  

• Palate: Well-built structure, combining generous fruitiness with a sharp backbone; fine extract, remarkable clarity, and long persistence.
  

🍽️ Food Pairings:

To be savored with finesse, in contrast to its purity:

• River fish in creamy sauce, saffron curry, or Thai basil dish

• Raw fish expressing beautiful minerality

• White meats and delicate tubers (turnip, celery, Jerusalem artichoke, crosne) enhanced with a touch of honey
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🕰️ Serving & Cellaring:

• Decant imperatively, serve between 12°C and 14°C to release its full complexity.
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• Cellaring Potential: 12 to 15 years — it will gain in depth while preserving its mineral energy.
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🌿 Commitment & Terroir:

Winery committed to organic (or even biodynamic) viticulture, with natural fermentations and ageing without additives, respecting the Savennières terroir. The wine expresses the authenticity and soul of the place.

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