{"product_id":"domaine-des-forges-savennieres-roche-2020","title":"Domaine Des Forges Savennieres Roche 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine des Forges Savennières Roche aux Moines 2020 is a distinctive dry Chenin Blanc from one of the Loire Valley’s most celebrated hillside sites. Its rocky, mineral-rich terroir and careful barrel élevage give it a characterful expression of Savennières, an appellation renowned for complex, age-worthy white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect a pale golden hue, with aromas of ripe pear, quince and citrus lifted by a stony, mineral note. The palate is dry and layered, balancing orchard-fruit richness with freshness and a lingering mineral finish. Chenin Blanc from this site can develop gracefully in bottle; enjoy the wine now or cellar it for further complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Roche aux Moines slopes overlook the Loire and are shaped by sandstone schist, volcanic veins and windblown sand. The grapes are hand-harvested in two successive passes at full ripeness. Temperature-controlled fermentation helps preserve Chenin Blanc’s aromatic character, followed by fermentation in barrels and 11 months of careful ageing on fine lees with regular stirring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at around 10–12°C with roast chicken, freshwater fish, scallops or creamy mushroom dishes; its freshness and mineral character also suit goat’s cheese. Decanting is optional, though a short spell in a carafe can help the wine open up, particularly if serving it young.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDomaine des Forges is a family estate with five generations of winemaking tradition. Stéphane and Séverine Branchereau took over in 2013, and the nearly 50-hectare vineyard stretches between the Loire and Layon rivers. Its range spans respected Loire appellations including Savennières, Roche aux Moines, Coteaux du Layon and Quarts de Chaume Grand Cru.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Forges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256220963153,"sku":"VHF0232","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Hvidvin-frankrig-loire-chenin-blanc-2020-savennieres-roche-aux-moines-domaine-des-forges-75cl-14-vinogvelsmag.png?v=1783463086","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/domaine-des-forges-savennieres-roche-2020","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}