The Wine Athletes

11,50 euros

The Wine Athletes

11,50 euros

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🍷 Pineau d’Aunis – Les Athlètes du Vin

Vin de France (Touraine): The Spicy and Fruity Red from the Loire Valley

The Pineau d’Aunis from Les Athlètes du Vin celebrates one of the Loire Valley's historic grape varieties. Originally from Touraine, Pineau d’Aunis is renowned for its unique aromatic profile, blending fresh red fruits with characteristic peppery notes. This cuvée is crafted in the spirit of Les Athlètes du Vin: honest, accessible wines that highlight fruit, freshness, and the joy of sharing.


🔍 Key Features:

Name: Pineau d’Aunis
Appellation: Vin de France
Vintage: 2024
Producer: Les Athlètes du Vin
Wine Region: Loire Valley – Touraine
Country: France
Color: Red wine
Grape Varieties: 100% Pineau d’Aunis
Alcohol Content: 12% vol.
Winemaking: Traditional fermentation with gentle extraction to preserve the fruit and aromatic finesse
Style: Light, fruity, and spicy


👁️ Wine Characteristics:

Color: Bright ruby red with moderate intensity.

Nose: Delicate aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and fresh cherry, accompanied by a distinct spicy signature of white pepper, typical of the grape variety.

Palate: Supple and crisp on the attack, fine tannins, beautiful Loire freshness, and a spicy finish highly characteristic of Pineau d’Aunis.


🍽️ Food Pairings:

The Pineau d’Aunis Les Athlètes du Vin is an ideal accompaniment to:

• Artisan charcuterie
• Rillettes de Tours
• Roasted poultry
• Grilled white meats
• Vegetarian cuisine
• Aged goat cheeses

Suggestion: Try it with an artisan charcuterie board or a roasted free-range chicken. Its peppery notes and natural freshness will pair perfectly with simple, generous cuisine.


🕰️ Consumption and Serving:

Serving Temperature: 14 to 16 °C (57-61°F).

Preparation: Open 15 to 30 minutes before tasting.

Aging Potential: 3 to 5 years.


🌿 Commitment and Terroir:

Les Athlètes du Vin is a collective of Loire winemakers created to offer wines representative of the great Loire grape varieties while promoting sustainable viticulture and low-intervention winemaking. The involved producers include several renowned references from the Loire vineyard.

This cuvée highlights Pineau d’Aunis, a rare grape variety from the Loire Valley known for producing fresh, easy-drinking, and particularly aromatic wines. Its identity is based on its red fruit aromas and its famous peppery character, which distinguishes it from other red grape varieties in the region.


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