Baumard - Clos Saint Yves Savennieres 2017

Baumard - Clos Saint Yves Savennieres 2017

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Description

"A nose dominated by lemon, grapefruit and peach with overriding beeswax and honeysuckle. In the mouth, it blossoms to layers of fresh peach and quince, brine and chalk minerality, finishing persistently with musky florality, anise, and subtle bitterness of herbs, alkaline minerality, and fruit skin."

--------THE PRODUCER--------

Baumard

Domaine Baumard was established in 1634 when Florent Baumard’s ancestors first started cultivating grapes. In 1955 Jean Baumard took control and pulled the domaine from obscurity to the forefront of Loire winemaking, and it is no wonder that he was held in such high regard by many.

 

--------THE GRAPE--------

Chenin Blanc

Chenin Blanc is a versatile white grape varietal that is producing a wide range of white wines all around the world. Historically, and where it is planted most, is in the Loire Valley of northern France. Here it is famous in Anjou-Saumur particularly in Vouvray, where it is usually found as a sparkling or dry white wine. The sweetest examples come from Savennieres, Coteaux du Layon or from the Quarts de Chaume regions. 

 

--------THE REGION--------

Loire Valley

The Loire Valley is in the north of France and with the exception of the Champagne region is the most northerly region in the country - this also makes it one of the most northerly wine regions in the world. Overall the Loire Valley is home to two main white grapes that make up the bulk of the wines produced here: Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc.