Prométhée 2023 Producer|AmeztoiPristine Touraine Chenin Blanc, or Pineau de la Loire as it is sometimes known in this part of the world. From 25 year old vines in a half hectare parcel planted over a limestone bed with a mixed topsoil of rocks and quartz rich sands, the wine has a degree of opulence from being both fermented and then raised for 8 months in a big, old 2500 litre foudre. There is a chiselled structure and profound minerality, the vines having reached deep down to the
A drought-resistant white grape variety which is native to Catalonia
Something to pour over ice with a citrus slice and slurp on before dinner - this is Partida's take on the classic Catalan vermut - it has a bit more sweetness than Italian vermouth so can be drunk neat with a slice of orange
it follows that Champagne isn't really an area we specialise in
This wine also pairs extraordinarily well with fiery Asian spice too
fresh and mineral with little of that peppery aroma and a salty twang in the finish
they are built to go the distance and will reward those who wish to cellar them
As you're more likely to find a pet nat from the Loire
As with all of Gerald’s red wines
bright golden in the glass
half into steel and half into old barrels to rest for one year
the wine is transferred to old barrel for one year of quiet élevage
vegetal and with a herbal perfume - prime red chiller material