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
Plots located on the southernmost edge of the vineyard on lieux-dits « Les Pentes » and « Les Hauts Noyers ».
Location
Plot of Stones
Terroir
Flint clay
In the vineyard
Vines are organically certified, the grass cover is there
natural.
Age of vines: 12 years
natural.
Age of vines: 12 years
Winemaking
After mechanical harvesting, the bunches are destemmed then pressed using pneumatic pressing. Fermentation alcoholic lasts 30 days in stainless steel vats.
Ageing
Aging in 300L barrels for 4 months then our wines are bottled in the spring.
Varietal
Fié gris : 100%
Specifications
Advice
Serving
12°C/54°F
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
Freshness, nice fullness on the palate with a mineral finish.
Food pairings
Fish in sauces, Asian cuisine
