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Pouilly Blanc Fume `Carte Noir` 2007

Country
France
Region
Loire Valley,
Central Vineyards
Producer
Domaine Landrat et Guyollot
Grape(s)
Sauvignon Blanc
Type
White
Style
Luxurious
Oaked Style
Oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry / Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content (%)
12.5
Closure Style
Cork
Organic / Biodynamic
Normal

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 northern wine making region and includes the following famous villages; Sancerre, Pouilly Sur Loire, Quincy and Menetou-Salon. There are only two permitted grape varieties, namely, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. 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 drawer quality. In recent years, the demand for the best wines in the region has exceeded supply.

Producer

The estate has been in the ownership of the present family for some ten generations and comprises of 15 hectares of vines in the prestigious communes of Saint-Andelain, Tracy and Pouilly. They also boast a modern and well-equipped cellars in Saint Andelain.

Tasting (Long)

A beautiful pal gold colour, the nose is subtle and elegant. On the palate it is creamy and round, has musky and spicy overtones along with aromas of exotic fruits, pineapple with a firm backbone and nice balance.

Tasting (Short)

A well established family domaine at Les Berthiers. Elegant and well balanced with a light smoky aroma but wonderfully flavoured and delicious length on the finish.

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