Pouilly-Fumé is very close to Sancerre, in terms of grape variety (same, Sauvignon Blanc) and terroir (just on the other side of the river). Pauline Pabiot is a young and determined women that took over her grand-father’s estate (Roger Pabiot) quite recently. Alone, she is now managing 24 hectares in the very heart of Pouilly sur Loire. 22 hectares of Sauvignon blanc and some acres planted with Chasselas.
Presentation
Presentation
Pouilly-sur-Loire, made from the "Chasselas" grape variety, is a small and rare appellation of 30 hectares. We cultivate 70 ares of it and some of our plots are more than 100 years old. This grape variety is a witness of the evolution of our appellation but also of the culture of the vine. Its qualities: robustness (it is little affected by esca unlike the sauvignon), finesse and tenderness.
Terroir
Clay, limestone and sand.
In the vineyard
Sustainable viticulture, certified HVE 3, in organic conversion since 2021.
Mechanical work of the vineyard.
Between 60 et 100 years old vines.
High density plantation with 30hL/ha yield.
Mechanical work of the vineyard.
Between 60 et 100 years old vines.
High density plantation with 30hL/ha yield.
Winemaking
Often harvested last.
Cold pressing, part of the fermentation done with indigenous yeasts and bayanus yeasts.
Temperature controlled.
Fermentation in stainless stell tank, ageing in bottles.
Cold pressing, part of the fermentation done with indigenous yeasts and bayanus yeasts.
Temperature controlled.
Fermentation in stainless stell tank, ageing in bottles.
Varietal
Chasselas : 100%
Specifications
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 3 to 5 years
Tasting
Buttercup yellow color
Nose with aromas of honeysuckle, white flowers and subtle notes of fresh fruit.
Fresh and fruity attack. Roundness on the palate with mineral and floral notes, hazelnut and milky aromas bring greediness to the wine.
Nose with aromas of honeysuckle, white flowers and subtle notes of fresh fruit.
Fresh and fruity attack. Roundness on the palate with mineral and floral notes, hazelnut and milky aromas bring greediness to the wine.
Food pairings
Spring vegetables, seafood.
