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
Grape variety coming from a natural mutation of the Sauvinon Blanc. From the plot called "Clos du Verger".
Terroir
Siliceous clay limestone plateau.
In the vineyard
Natural grassing, organic certification.
Average age of vines : 25 years.
35hL/ha yield.
Average age of vines : 25 years.
35hL/ha yield.
Winemaking
After being harvested by hand, grapes are slowly pressed pneumatically.
Alcoholic fermentation is done in 300L barrels at low temperature.
Alcoholic fermentation is done in 300L barrels at low temperature.
Ageing
Wine is aged for 6 months in 300L oak barrels and bottled around June.
Varietal
Fie gris : 100%
Specifications
Advice
Serving
12°C/54°F
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
This wine, with exotic fruits aromas is complex, rich and unctuous.
Food pairings
Fish cooked in spicy sauce, roasted chicken with potatoes…
