Appellation: Saumur
Region: Loire
Country: France
Color: White
Varietal(s): Chenin Blanc
About The Producer
Domaine Lavigne is in the commune of Varrains, just outside of the town of Saumur. There is a palm tree right inside the walls of the Domaine, which tells you the climate is temperate. Domaine Lavigne is a family effort going on its 3rd generation. What started as a mixed agricultural farm with some livestock and asparagus, gave way to vines. Under the direction of Gilbert Lavigne, the vines prevailed. Pascale Levine inherited the Domaine from her father, Gilbert. Since 2009, the Domaine under the care of Pascale and her husband, Antoine Veron.
Terroir & Vineyard Practices:
The Lavigne's have 5 ha of Chenin Blanc, which are planted in clay and limestone soils. The vines are 20-35 years old.
Tasting Notes
This Chenin Blanc is charmant. It’s supple and springy with dashes of pears, grapefruits, and lemons. The unusual complexity of this pleasing citrus medley is further enhanced by the acidity that makes this wine crisp and refreshing. Perfect for serving with a fish filet in clarified butter, with scallops, or even trout.
Vinification
The Lavigne's practice traditional methods using: reasoned agriculture, manual harvesting, and sorting. Destemming of the grapes before pressing and fermentation. This wine is completely unoaked.
