Vouvray Sec – Domaine du Margalleau

Production Area
Loire Valley, France

Terroire
Clay-limestone-siliceous soils

Grapes
Chenin Blanc 100%

Vinification 

Hand picked, followed by soft pressing and transferred to steel vats for fermentation where it rests for a few months

Aging

In stainless steel vats

Colour:

Pale yellow

Bouquet:

On the nose, notes of lemon, green apple, pear, honey and tropical fruit

Taste:

Well balanced with medium acidity and freshness. Evident notes of fresh green apple and pears on the palate with a long lasting elegant finish

Food pairing:

Vouvray shines as one of the great seafood wines (in particular shellfish) and with simple grilled fish, vegetarian and poultry dishes and is an ideal match with mild, soft cheeses

Alcohol:  12.5% Vol.

Serving Temperature:

10 °C.

Aging Potential:

up to 7 years