Fumees Blanches Sauvignon Blanc – Francois Lurton

Production Area
Languedoc Roussillon, France

Terroir

Clay Limestone to silty soils

Grapes
Sauvignon Blanc 100%

Vinification 

Machine harvesting early hours of the morning to avoid oxidation phenomena, followed by skin maceration for 8 to 12 hours and cold stalling at 8/10 °C for a few days.  Fermentation takes place at controlled temperature with selected yeast to reveal all the typicity of Sauvignon Blanc.

Aging

Ageing on fine lees for several months before blending.  The wine is preserved in the absence of oxygen throughout its life elaboration.

Colour:

Pale yellow with green reflections

Bouquet:

Intense aromas of citrus and lime are revealed at first nose, followed by fresh notes of boxwood and mint mixed with mango

Taste:

On the palate the wine is well balanced, light bodied and dry.  This is an very fresh, elegant Sauvignon Blanc with a nice balance on citrus fruits and acidity

Food pairing:

Hors d’oevures, grilled fish dishes, game, vegetarian and young, soft cheeses.

Alcohol:  13 % Vol.

Serving Temperature:

12 °C.

Aging Potential:

5 years