Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023

White wine from Clos Saint-André, a property of Domaine Mourat in Vendée, grown on a terroir of purple schists and meta-rhyolites. A blend of Chenin and Chardonnay, aged 12 months on the lees in eggs and foudre. Pale yellow color, mineral and fruity nose, concentrated palate with the characteristic acidity of Chenin.

Who produces Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023?

Clos Saint-André was born from Jérémie Mourat's project on a historic vineyard terroir, formerly owned by the Taittinger family, which had remained fallow since 1968.

On what terroir is Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023 produced?

The subsoil, composed of meta-rhyolites and purple schists, is almost exclusively dedicated to the production of white wine.

How is Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023 vinified and aged?

The harvest is manual, without destemming. Pressing is pneumatic, with cold free-run juice collection. Fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts, without seeking malolactic fermentation. The wine is vinified in Nomblot eggs and 35 hl wooden foudre, then aged 12 months on the lees.

What is the tasting profile of Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023?

The color is pale yellow with golden highlights. The refined nose reveals mineral notes typical of the volcanic and schist terroir, mixed with white-fleshed fruits, citrus fruits, and lemon touches. The palate presents a beautiful texture and a certain concentration, carried by the characteristic acidity of Chenin.

What dishes pair with Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023?

Fish, hard cheese such as Beaufort.

At what temperature should Clos Saint André Domaine Mourat Mareuil Fiefs Vendéens AOP 2023 be served?

Serve at 8-10 °C. Estimated aging potential of 10 years.