- 91 points -
September 2024 (Vintage 2023)A medium-bodied, juicy and delicious Menetou-Salon with aromas of apples, mild spices and warm herbs on the nose. Fresh and agile, with volume and a focused, flavorful finish.
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J. DE VILLEBOIS
Menetou-Salon Blanc
2023
- HVe3
- Sustainable
Country
France
Regulated designation
Appellation origine protégée (AOP)
Region
Loire Valley
Subregion
Centre Loire
Varietal(s)
Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol percentage
12.5%
Colour
White
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About this winery
Descending from an old French family that is established in the Netherlands since the 19th century, (where the V became a W) Joost and Miguela de Willebois are passionate about French culture, the medieval period and the Loire Valley. With their four sons, they have settled in Touraine since 1996 where they fell in love with the Loire Sauvignon Blanc. After successful professional careers spanning the globe, they now devote themselves fully to the expansion of J. de Villebois from their family...
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Product notes
A rarity, the appellation’s terroir is very homogeneous (100% Terres Blanches)! To add complexity to our Menetou-Salon, we select plots with different exposures, varied plant material and differing ages. This substantive work combined with a management respectful of the environment (mechanical weeding, setting up beehives...) allows us to obtain varied and complementary styles!
Production notes
The grapes are machine-picked, then macerated with skin for 12 hours and pressed in a pneumatic press. The grape juices are fermented traditionally in tanks 7 to 15 days. The newly made wine is aged on fine lees in stainless steel tanks for 6 months then blended and bottled in the spring following harvest.
Tasting notes
Pale yellow colour with green reflections. Initially discreet, the nose opens onto notes of peach blossom and acacia, before revealing pear and grapefruit. The mouth offers a delicate freshness, accentuated by a hint of citrus and enhanced by saline notes. Fruit and freshness combine with a lingering finish lightly dusted with spices. Fresh and invigorating in its youth, recommended pairings include cured meats, cold black pudding, rillons or on a hot goat cheese salad.
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