Loïc Mahé Sables et Schistes Savennières
Chenin blanc
Sommeliers have known for years: the finest wines of the Loire Valley come from Savennières. Nowhere else does chenin blanc display such tension and character. Winemaker Loïc knows better than anyone how to bring out the best in this grape and terroir.
€31.49
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ME1035X
Loïc Mahé Sables et Schistes Savennières
€31.49
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About the winemaker
“Savennières: a sublime piece of terroir on the banks of the Loire, south of Angers – a pristine, natural oasis of light for the chenin blanc grape. In Savennières, it’s not just about the vines, but also about the craftsmanship and dedication that go into making wine here. For me, that means: everything is done by hand, we work organically, and the wines are given plenty of time to mature in wooden barrels in the cellar.”
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Product information
| Winemaker | Loïc Mahé |
|---|---|
| Wine estate | Loïc Mahé |
| Grape | chenin blanc |
| Year | 2022 |
| Origin | Loire, France |
| Harvest per hectare | 38 hl/ha |
| Grapevines | 20 years old |
| Soil | sand , schist |
| Alcohol percentage | 11,5% |
| Vine culture | organic |
| Tasting profile | mellow (dry, fruity white) |
| Tastes like | apple, blossom, gekonfijte citroen, honey, mineral, papaya, pepper |
| Pair with | anglerfish, artichoke, brisket chicken, lobster, pittige kazen, pumpkin, scallops |
Loire, France
On the western side of the Loire, close to Angers, lies Savennières, a small but legendary appellation entirely dedicated to one grape: chenin blanc. Viticulture here dates back to the Middle Ages, when the vineyards were owned by monasteries. For centuries, Savennières has been regarded as one of France’s great white wines, prized for its power and ageing potential. The landscape is rugged and stony. The vineyards lie on south-facing slopes above the river, with soils of slate, volcanic rock, and sand. This produces chenin with a striking structure: dry, mineral, and intense, with aromas of quince, beeswax, and dried herbs. When young, it can be strict and taut, but with time in bottle it unfolds into something deep and complex.
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