Château Yvonne Saumur AOP 2024
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Saumur Blanc made from 100% Chenin, grown on a clay-limestone terroir over tuffeau. Vinified in barrel without lees stirring, it develops aromas of citrus fruits, then pineapple and lychee, carried by grilled and buttery notes, with a balance between acidity and roundness.
On what terroir is Château Yvonne Saumur AOP 2024 produced?
The wine comes from vines aged 15 to 50 years, planted on a clay-limestone soil over tuffeau, typical of the Saumur appellation.
How is Château Yvonne Saumur AOP 2024 vinified and aged?
The grapes are harvested by hand. The grapes are pressed for 3 hours, then left on the lees for 1 to 2 nights in a tank. Fermentation takes place in barrel, without lees stirring. Aging lasts 15 months: 12 months in barrel on the fermentation lees, without bâtonnage, then 3 months in tank.
What is the tasting profile of Château Yvonne Saumur AOP 2024?
This Chenin first presents citrus fragrances, which evolve towards exotic aromas of pineapple and lychee. This liveliness is balanced by grilled and buttery notes from aging. On the palate, a balance is established between the acidity typical of Chenin and the roundness brought by aging.
What dishes pair with Château Yvonne Saumur AOP 2024?
This white wine pairs with grilled bar (fish) or an aged goat cheese, such as a Sainte-Maure.
At what temperature should Château Yvonne Saumur AOP 2024 be served?
This wine can be kept for up to 10 years.