Domaine Pichot Coteau de la Biche Vouvray Sec 2024 is a premium French Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley showcasing citrus, pink grapefruit and mandarin orange with beautifully balanced, full-bodied structure, mineral undertones and inherent freshness, culminating in a lengthy, gracefully elegant finish. This refined organic Vouvray Sec is crafted from very old vines by one of the oldest families in Vouvray, dating back to 1739, delivering remarkable quality that will age effortlessly for decades whilst providing great satisfaction from a young age. An absolute delight for fans of light aperitifs, revealing floral notes and a sensation of freshness.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
This distinguished Vouvray Sec presents a clear, light colour with vibrant highlights and brilliant clarity, displaying the pristine quality characteristic of premium organically farmed Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley's premiere coteau sites.
Aroma
The nose is expressive and inviting, greeting you with notes of citrus, pink grapefruit and mandarin orange alongside delicate floral notes. The bouquet reveals the wine's inherent freshness and refined character, creating an aromatic profile that showcases classic Vouvray elegance with remarkable purity and intensity.
Palate
Beautifully balanced with full-bodied structure that perfectly complements the wine's inherent freshness, the palate delivers vibrant citrus and pink grapefruit flavours with 7-9g residual sugar providing subtle richness. Mineral undertones add dimension and complexity, reflecting the terroir of the premiere coteau sites, whilst the wine culminates in a lengthy and gracefully elegant finish with outstanding persistence and refinement.
Pairs With
This versatile Vouvray Sec is an absolute delight served chilled (8-10°C) as a light aperitif or paired with red mullet and tiger prawn salad with pink grapefruit and avocado, seafood platters, grilled fish, pan-seared scallops, goat's cheese, Asian cuisine, spring and summer dishes, or delicate white meat preparations, making it ideal for warm weather dining and special occasions.
