Domaine du Bouchot Pouilly-Fumé Terres Blanches 2023 (France)

Description

Banana, Oak, Vanilla

"Tightly packed aromas of citrus fruit, fresh flowers and minerals follow through to a silky, medium-bodied palate, driven through the long finish by a solid, dry-mineral foundation. Leaves a curious aftertaste of dried banana and a tinge of vanilla. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink now" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com

"The so-named Terres Blanches bottling offers a tender texture with mouthwatering acidity and tension" Vinous

Nice citrus notes at the nose with an elegant attack in mouth with tension and pear aromas.

Taking over Domaine du Bouchot in 2018, the young winemaker, Antoine Gouffier, and his wife have brought great energy and modern views to the traditional region of Pouilly-Fumé. On the right bank of the Loire Valley they champion Sauvignon Blanc in their wines.

A family estate since 1966, Domaine du Bouchet is 10 hectares in size and has been crafting wine for decades, with the latest owner, Antoine Gouffier, shaking things up. Born and raised in the villages of Pouilly-Fumé, as a young adult Antoine chose to embark on a decade of backpacking around the world. Traipsing through America, Argentina, Africa, and even the Middle East he learnt new methods and ways of life outside of the borders of France. In America he began with learning all about the three-tier system from various wine importers, then his time in Argentina was spent with Michel Rolland and his right-hand-man Thierry Haberer of Clos de los Siete wine estate. Once arriving in South Africa Antoine worked and learned from Duncan Savage, and as a sweet surprise it was where he met Ilse Nel, his now wife.

This led to a massive shake up once returning home to France and taking over from the Kerbiquet family at Domaine du Bouchet. Instantly making his mark Antoine set about planting new vines, renovating the cellar, purchasing new equipment and amphorae. He also began experimenting with old oak barrels with his wines.

Kimmeridgian marl, hard limestone and flint clay. The Kimmeridgian is locally referred to as ‘Terres Blanches,’ hence the name. It is common in this region to label which soil type has had sigificant influence.

Food Pairing: Balance, delicate and fine, it will be ideal with fish and sea shells.