Domaine de Bois Mozé is a charming estate located in the village of Coutures in Anjou. The estate itself is a historical building since XI century, being the farm of the Montsabert castle. Bois Mozé is atypical for the appellation, 3/4 of the vineyards are located on the hill, just above the estate with a classic Saumur terroir, clay-limestone. Since 2004, Mathilde Giraudet is in head of the estate and in charge of the winemaking. Her ambition from the start was to carry out the work in the vineyard in the
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An atypical... A wine made from an Eastern grape variety... A deliciously addictive 100% Pinot Noir.
Location
Geological originality, its vines are located on the south-western edge of the Paris basin, the starting point of this limestone soil.
Terroir
Clay-limestone on a magnificent hillside overlooking the winery at Coutures.
In the vineyard
The estate has thus chosen to plant the five grape varieties as follows: Chenin, Grolleau and Pinot Noir on the upper slopes (slightly more sandy clay) and Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon on the lower slopes (where they will draw all their strength for our ageing wines).
Conscientious work on the vines: appropriate pruning, grassing of the between rows.
Conscientious work on the vines: appropriate pruning, grassing of the between rows.
Winemaking
Delicate manual harvesting. Short maceration (12 to 14 days) with regular punching of the cap.
De-vatting in the rack, then separation of press and free-run juices. Bottled in early spring to preserve the fruit.
De-vatting in the rack, then separation of press and free-run juices. Bottled in early spring to preserve the fruit.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : % vol.
GM : No.
No sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
16°C / 61°F
Tasting
Red fruits with peppery notes. Supple and well-balanced.
Food pairings
East Side is an atypical wine that will enhance your summer moments. Great as an aperitif, this round, light wine will also go down well with charcuterie, grilled meats and barbecues. charcuterie, grilled meats and barbecues.
