Domaine 7

La Guimardière

The Guimardière vinyard was the first parcel Abel started working on. Named after the small hamlet where Abel is based, he believes this site has great potential as the fruit has very good ripeness most years, whilst retaining a strong acidity. 

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The plot is south east facing on the classic schist soil you'd expect for a top dry Anjou chenin. Classic quince and apple aromas, racey and mineral.

Country: France
Region: Loire
Sub Region: Anjou
Varieties: 100% Chenin Blanc
Category: Mineral White
Viticultre: Organic, 1.8Ha 
Soils: Schist Greseaux (Sandstone Schist)
Vinification: indigenous yeasts, 40% Old Oak Barrels, 60% stainless steel, 11.5 months elevage
SO2: 20 mg/l before bottling