An elegant and mineral Extra Brut Vouvray, a pure expression of Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley terroirs.
📋 Characteristics
• Appellation: Vouvray AOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
• Vintage: Non-vintage
• Certification: Organic farming
• Terroir: Typical clay-limestone soils of the Vouvray region
• Vinification & Ageing: Natural fermentation in stainless steel tanks, ageing on fine lees with little or no dosage (Extra Brut)
• Alcohol: Approximately 12% vol
🍇 Tasting Notes
• Appearance: Pale yellow, fine and lively bubbles
• Nose: Aromas of green apple, pear, citrus fruits, and floral notes, with marked minerality
• Palate: Lively and taut, fresh and elegant texture, balanced acidity, and saline finish
• Finish: Long and persistent, revealing beautiful complexity and a hint of hazelnut
🍴 Food Pairings
• Oysters and shellfish
• Grilled fish, ceviche
• Aged goat cheeses
• Light dishes with poultry or vegetables
🫗 Serving Advice
• Serving temperature: 8–10°C
• Decanting: Not necessary
• Ideal opening time: To be enjoyed immediately or after 15 minutes of aeration
🗓 Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed young for its freshness or can be cellared for 3 to 5 years to develop further complexity.
🏰 About the Domaine
The Alain Robert Vineyard, located in the heart of the Vouvray region, is known for its environmentally respectful organic approach. Its wines reveal the purity of Chenin Blanc, with precise and mineral cuvées that capture the essence of the Loire terroir.