Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Haute Loire
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More informations about the variety Chenin blanc
Chameleon whites with taut acidity, ranging from mineral dry (Savennières, Vouvray sec) to off-dry and medium-sweet (Vouvray, Montlouis), sumptuous botrytised sweet (Quarts-de-Chaume, Bonnezeaux, Coteaux du Layon) and brilliant sparkling (Crémant de Loire, Vouvray brut). Aromas of quince, apple, honey, white flowers, beeswax and flint. An Anjou variety, also star of South Africa's Western Cape.
More informations about the region of Loire Valley
Auvergne vineyard on small altitude hillsides along the Allier and Loire, volcanic soils (basalt, granite). IGP Pays d'Urfé or Comtés Rhodaniens. Signature Gamay as red: fruity and fresh with red cherry, raspberry, redcurrant, violet and a volcanic mineral touch, fine tannins and refreshing palate. Fine Pinot Noir emerging.
What are the typical flavors of the Chenin blanc grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 2% of Chenin blanc
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Chenin blanc
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Chenin blanc
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Chenin blanc
- CeleryPresent in 1% of Chenin blanc
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