Coteaux du Layon Saint-Aubin-de-Luigné "Passerillé" - Chenin Blanc

Producer Profile

Philippe Delesvaux, Côteaux du Layon

In the best area of the Coteaux du Layon, Catherine and Philippe Delesvaux make their Coteaux du Layon Passerillé by letting Chenin Blanc grapes cultivated according to the principles of biodynamics. We are fascinated by the balance of this wine, thanks to the concentration of sugars and the acidity and minerality typical of Chenin Blanc.

Winemaking

Sourced from 30-year-old vines grown on carboniferous schist and coal deposits. Hand harvested. Selective picking of 100% shrivelled/ surmaturité grapes. No chaptalization, very slow fermentation for 4 months with wild yeasts, no fining and no additives - just a little sulphite (volcanic) at bottling. 80g/L residual sugar. Ageing for 3 months in tank on the fine lees.

Grape: 100% Chenin Blanc

Tasting Note

Aromatically complex, with beautifully integrated wildflower and ripe fruit notes. Whilst the palate has plenty of character, with orchard fruit, white flowers and melon.

Food matching

Perfect with fish, vegetables and white meat-based dishes.

Technical Details

Varieties

Chenin Blanc 100%

Oak Ageing

No oak ageing

Features

Vegetarian Vegan Organic

ABV: 12%

Closure: Natural cork

Colour: White

Style: Still wine