Xavier Frissant is a family winery, passed on 8 generations, composed of 15 hectares located on the slopes south of the Loire River, in the village of Mosnes. The vineyard expands on 5 differents hamlets and 2 different terroirs, and on 3 appellations : it has been organic since 2021. Maintaing healthy soils is the watchword in this estate !
Presentation
Presentation
2 hectares plot enjoying its location overlooking the Loire River and the forest setting surrounding the vineyard on three cardinal points.
Terroir
Siliceous clay, very stony.
In the vineyard
Natural grassing, organic certification. Goblet pruning.
Average age of vines : 25 years.
30hL/ha yield.
Average age of vines : 25 years.
30hL/ha yield.
Winemaking
Grapes were manually harvested before began the alcoholic fermentation for 21 days in tronconic wooden vat. Cap regularly punched down.
Wine is aged for 12 months in 600L barrel and bottled without filtration around July.
Wine is aged for 12 months in 600L barrel and bottled without filtration around July.
Varietal
Côt : 100%
Specifications
Advice
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
The pepper hint, a characteristic of the grape variety Côt, is present in palate with fine tannins.
Food pairings
Marinated red meats or red meats with pepper sauce, cheese platter.
