AOC VOUVRAY

Méthode Traditionnelle

REGION AND TERROIR

TOURAINE : There are many famous names from this royal region of France such as Chambord or Chenonceau. As far as wines are concerned, the Touraine area is proud of having at its heart one of the most famous Appellations d' Origine Contrôlée: VOUVRAY.

The prestigious vineyards of Vouvray are situated between Tours and Blois. They extend throughout the chalky slopes of clay and calcareous soils on the Loire rivers north bank. This soil is called “AUBUIS” it is one of the best soils to grow CHENIN BLANC grapes.

CLIMATE: The oceanic influences reduce the climatic variations and, most of the time, protect this region, from extreme cold in the winter and high heat in summer. However, spring frosts can be a problem. The locals only let out a sigh of relief after May 1O.

VARIETAL

As required by the laws of Vouvray AOC, this Cuvée is exclusively made with CHENIN BLANC, also called, in the Loire Valley, PINEAU (or PINOT ) DE LA LOIRE.

This grape, now planted in many countries of the world, especially in South Africa (where it is called Steen), thrives, in the soil of the Vouvray AC, from all the ideal conditions to express its qualities. The wine made with Chenin Blanc is very fruit forward and ages wonderfully. This grape produces remarkably mellow wines, and, as it ferments very easily, enables us to make high quality sparkling wines of METHODE TRADITIONNELLE.

ELABORATION

This Cuvée is made according to the Méthode Traditionnelle process, in the cultivation area of the Vouvray AC. The bottle fermentation (secondary fermentation) and the maturation occur in superb cellars directly dug out of the tuff stone. The preservation on laths, of an average of 24 months, occurs in ideal and natural temperature conditions (12° /14 °C). This period exceeds the AOC requirements of 9 months and gives a true elegance and very light bubbles to the wine.

APPEARANCE AND TASTE

A pale yellow slightly golden color. Fine and pleasant bubbles, long-lasting in the flute. On the palette the fruit (apple aroma with a light touch of honey) is very clear and the noble acidity of the soil perfectly controlled, it is a well-balanced wine.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Served at 6 to 8°C, this Cuvée will express all its best qualities. Perfect as an aperitif, it would also fit very well with all lighter style dishes. Try it also with your favorite fruit-based dessert.

Notable on the nose notes of grapefruit, lemon grass, sweet peas, and herbaceous undertones.

Medium bodied with elegant mineral notes exhibiting the terroir of the appellation.

Production

Geographic origin: Goriska Brda in Slovenia

Height above sea level: 80 – 200 m

Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Fermentation: 100 % in stainless steel

Maturation: 100 % in stainless steel

Awards

WSWA Las Vegas [USA] – Gold medal

Evolucio Furmint is a delightful white wine gem from the Tokaj region of Hungary, renowned for its dessert wines. In this wine the same Furmint grape is used to produce a crisp, dry refreshing white perfect for spring and summer enjoyment. If you've never tasted a dry Furmint from Hungary, this is your chance to discover a great new wine! 

Evolucio is 100% Furmint, unoaked. Aromatic and richly flavorful, this crisp white is bursting with citrus, green apples, apricots, floral and mineral notes. The palate is slightly off-dry, ripe with rich flavors of stone fruits and citrus. It is long and flavorful on the dry finish.

Enjoy Evolucio Furmint over the next 3-4 years on the porch with friends or paired with roast chicken, grilled snapper, Thai dishes, Cobb salad and goat cheese.

The woodland's aromatic undergrowth (Jasmine, lavender) is expressed in this fresh, persistent and seductive wine. Pale colour with green glints, it has exotic and complex nose with floral, citric and tropical fruit notes.

Abadal Blanc is a young white wine made Picapoll varieties, Macabeo, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Golden yellow and bright and clear appearance, stands out for its passage through honest mouth in which citrus notes and tropical hues merge.

Varieties: 40% Chardonnay, 30% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Picapoll, 15% Macabeo

Alcohol: 12.5% by volume.

Alcohol:12% VOL.

Area of Production:REGION: VENETO. HILLY CLASSIC AREA ON THE EASTERN SHORES OF LAKE GARDA. VILLAGES OF BARDOLINO, LAZISE, CAVAION AND GARDA

Grapes:FROM RED GRAPES CORVINA (50%), RONDINELLA (40%) AND MOLINARA (10%). SYSTEM OF GROWING: TRADITIONAL WITH PERGOLA AND ESPALIER

Soil Composition:GRAVELLY GROUNDS OF MORAINIC ORIGIN

Vinification and Production System:SOFT PRESSING, FERMENTATION FOR 5-6 DAYS AT CONTROLLED TEMPERATURE (18-20°C.), PRESERVATION IN THERMOCONDITIONED INOX TANKS, COLD BOTTLING IN STERILE BOTTLING LINE

Organoleptic Description:DRY RED WINE, FRESH AND LIGHT, SUITABLE FOR EVERY OCCASION

Color:RED, LIGHT RUBY

Bouquet:VINOUS, DELICATE AND FRAGRANT

Taste:DRY, PLEASANT, AROMATIC AND MELLOW

Serving Temperature:TO BE SERVED FRESH AT 15-16°C.

Preservation:TO BE DRUNK YOUNG. STORE IN A FRESH, DRY AND DARK PLACE

Gastronomic Suggestions:WINE FOR THE WHOLE MEAL, GOES PERFECTLY WITH FIRST COURSES, WHITE MEATS AND CHEESES

Ruby red color with violet reflexes.

Rich with excellent fruit and spice. Complex and well balanced.

Dry, fruity, good concentration with notes of fruit and vanilla.

Serve with red meat, poultry and hard/strong cheeses.

Sangria Jelly