Coteaux du Layon 1er Cru Chaume

In the heart of layon region, on a siliceous slope with a magnificent south-south west exposure. Flinty clay.

The botrytised Chenin grapes are picked by hand. The whole process is adapted to the character of the grapes in order to enhance as much as possible the bouquet and taste : careful harvesting, delicate crushing, the fermentation is controlled by coldness ; Then, a thorough ageing takes place in 400 litres casks during 12 months.

A gold-yellow colour, very intense. The bouquet gradually reveals its measure, with at first flowery (lime blossom) ang vagetal aromas, then, after aeration, white fruits (peaches, pears, quinces ...) and citrus fruits (grapefruit) appear to settle and last. A slight hint of woody vanilla, in the end, reinforces its fine flavour as a great sweet wine. Richness, smoothness and persistence, together create a very typical wine.

Serve between 10-12° degrees Celsius, decanted if possible in order to obtain the best of its potential. It accompanies marvellously Foies gras, fillets of duck, hot fruit tarts and creams. It can be laid for decades.