where Bathonian limestone and deeper clay soils fundamentally dictate the wine's inherent weight
The vineyard is planted on clay-limestone and sandy-clay soils
Their vineyards consist of parcels across Anjou with soils rich in schist
Domaine des Ardoisieres is located in the French Alps and was founded in 1998 to revive historic
Founded in 2010 by agronomists Chiara Penati and Michele Conoscente
2022 Benoit Courault, Gibourg Blanc VdF Nerello Cappuccio where Bathonian limestone and deeperBenot Courault established his estate in 2006 in Faye dAnjou, a small village in the Loire Valley, where he manages his vines using organic farming practices and the assistance of draft horses. This wine is made from 100% Chenin Blanc sourced from 40 year old vines planted in clay and schist soils. In the glass, it reveals notes of quince, Anjou pear, and hazelnut, framed by a dense, sappy texture and a clean, mineral driven finish. The 2022 vintage