Thierry Germain
2022 Thierry Germain Cep by Cep Coteaux Du Layon
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$54.00
Description
WINEMAKER: Thierry Germain
REGION: Loire Valley, FR
VARIETAL: Chenin Blanc
VITICULTURE: Organic
The Coteaux du Layon is drawn from Philippe Germain’s estate vineyards in the heart of the Layon Valley, at Rochefort-sur-Loire. Unusually for the Loire, the clay and schist-rich soils here are cut into an amphitheatre of terraces. The grapes are harvested passerillé style (with little or no botrytis) and are naturally fermented and aged in neutral demi-muids. The fermentation was stopped, leaving around 80 g/L residual sugar which is balanced by the wine’s perky acidity and moderate alcohol. Compared to much of the appellation (and especially the wines of the Layon Crus of Bonnezeaux, Chaume and Quarts de Chaume) Germain’s wine showcases a more delicate, Germanic-style of Layon.
Scents of orange blossom, candied citrus, honey flower and marmalade flow from the glass. It’s weighted and generous, with an opulent mouthfeel, pure citrus fruit flavours and biscuity complexity. Both fleshy and seductive, it's packed with tangy, citric energy and finishes clean as a whistle. It can work with a wide range of foods, from soft cheese to fruit-based desserts.
2022 Thierry Germain Cep by
$54.00
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