A must-try for the lovers of dry, aromatic whites, A wine to share (if you’re willing), this is a new discovery for those with a penchant for balanced, crisp whites; a gem straight from France!
Presentation
Presentation
Domaine de la Furonnière is a family winery, located just east of Nantes. Passing down techniques from grandfather, to father, to son, and now led by vigneron Daniel Bonneau, the estate works each vintage to bring out the taste of the Loire in every sip, producing the purest expression of the terroir. Located about 15 km from the Loire river and because it so close to the ocean, the vineyards (30 hectares, average age of 50 years old) benefit from a unique cooling microclimate. The terroir is composed of fossilized shells (giving minerality in the wines), quartz and silex pebbles.
Location
Le Landreau, right outside of Nantes.
Terroir
Fossils, quartz and flint.
Harvest
Manual harvesting.
Winemaking
Gentle pneumatic pressing and temperature regulated fermentation.
Ageing
The wine is aged on fine lees for about 7 months in stainless steel tanks, adding complexity and texture while keeping freshness and balance.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12,5 % vol.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long
Tasting
Overall well-balanced wine, fruity and fresh with a lenghty mineral finish.
At nose
Pear, exotic fruits and citrus. Mineral and buttery.
On the palate
Wide, elegant and round.
Classic food and wine pairings
Sea food, Shellfish, Fish, Poultry
