Saumur Blanc 'La Peyanne' 2023 Domaine Théo Blet

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Denomination of origin	Saumur Blanc, Appellation Saumur Contrôlée
Grape varieties	100% Chenin Blanc
Vineyard	Grapes from vines ranging in age from 5 to 25 years old, grown in the lieu-dit La Peyanne in the commune of Courchamps at an altitude of 62 meters. The soil is clay and limestone.
Harvest	Hand-harvested with strict selection in the vineyards.
Vinification	Direct pressing of the whole clusters with cold maceration. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts is then carried out in wooden barrels, where malolactic fermentation also takes place. Maturation is then carried out in these same barrels on the fine lees.
Wood education	Aging in wooden barrels for 10 months, 20% of which are new barrels.
Taste impression	This complex Chenin offers aromas of quince, honey, and chamomile. The tension is emphasized by a chalky minerality and a candy-like acidity. Ready to drink now, but can also age beautifully for a few more years.
Flavor type	Refined and Elegant
Alcohol	12,5%
Serving temperature	8-10 °C
Ideal consumption	5 to 10 years after harvest

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