Domaine Aux Moines, Savennieres-Roche Aux Moines, 2023 so120523_bordeaux dark cherries

dark cherries

and respect for the vineyard over oak or ripeness

mineral finish that lingers with grace

After a minimum of six years on lees—far exceeding requirements—the wine receives an Extra Brut dosage of just 5g/l

as a post-dinner sipper

Domaine Aux Moines, Savennieres-Roche Aux Moines, 2023 so120523_bordeaux dark cherriesWhat is this wine? Domaine aux Moines SavenniresRoche aux Moines 2023 is a dry Chenin Blanc from one of the Loire Valleys most historic and revered terroirs. The estate, founded in the 12th century and run today by mother and daughter duo Monique and Tessa Laroche, farms organically on steep schist and sandstone slopes overlooking the Loire River. The Roche aux Moines appellation is a monopole cru within Savennires, known for producing long lived,