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Item Number: 5887

UPC: None

Country: France
Region: Loire
Appellation/AVA: Cour-Cheverny AOC
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2009
Grape(s): 100% Romorantin
Type: Wine - White
Bottle Size: 750ml Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 13.5
Viticulture: Certified Organic
Soil Type: Poor clay and silica


Malolactic Fermentation: Yes
Aging: In tank

About the Grape: Romorantin is a white grape that is a sibling of Chardonnay. Cour-Cheverny is the only region in Loire that still makes wine from this grape. It is late in ripening.

Tasting Notes: The grape offers a range of aromas that are mineral and floral with notes of honey, dried fruits, quince and white flowers. It leaves the wine with a minty finish. Drink young for more fruit; recommend drinking within four years.

Food Pairing: Fish, exotic foods, poultry and goat cheese.
Chickpea Salad

About Cheverny: Cheverny is an important zone in the Loire that earned its appellation controlee status in 1993. It is situated at the northeast corner of Touraine near Blois and is known for light reds from Gamay and Pinot Noir (though Cabernets, Malbec and Pineau d'Aunis are also allowed). Whites, too, are common and are usually lean Sauvignon Blancs that provide a good value-driven counterpart to Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume. Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay are also allowed. The local Romorantin grape makes wines classified under the Cour-Cheverny appellation.