Coteaux du Loir L'Effraie Domaine de Bellivière 2011
13%
3L
Intensity
L'Effraie is a beautiful expression of the Chenin grape and strikes an excellent balance between velvety and mineral. Note that depending on the year this wine will be dry or off-dry.
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Coteaux du Loir L'Effraie Domaine de Bellivière 2011
The wine
This cuvée is made with Chenin cultivated on a terroir of clay, flint and tuffeau. The berries are harvested by hand and vinified naturally in second, third, or fourth fill barriques. After this, the wine is matured for one year in the same containers. It has complex aromas of white fleshed fruits, white flowers, and sweet spice. The velvety palate is driven by the same flavours, and above all, a striking mineral quality that gives the wine length and finesse.
About the Producer Domaine de Bellivière
Domaine de Bellivière was founded by éric and Christine Nicolas in 1995, with 5.5 hectares of vines in Coteaux-du-Loir. They gradually expanded their vineyard, buying parcels in the Jasnières appellation until their holdings amounted to a dozen hectares. In 2015, their son Clément has joined them in the vineyard. A wonderful address and a must for anyone looking to rediscover the forgotten terroirs of Sarthe.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 4 bottles
Level: 4 NormalObservation: 4 Marginally marked labelsOrigin: domain
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13 %
Region: Loire Valley
Appellation: Coteaux du Loir
Owner: Domaine de Bellivière
Vintage: 2011
Colour: white
Service temperature: 12°
Size (in ha): 16 hectares
Intensity: crisp
Leading aroma: yellow fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine