Domaine Pelle Menetou Salon Blanc Le Blanchais 2023

Domaine Pellé’s Menetou-Salon Blanc Le Blanchais 2023 is an organic, single-variety Sauvignon Blanc that offers a precise expression of Morogues in the Loire Valley. Its combination of bright freshness, mineral character and subtle richness reflects the distinctive Kimmeridgian soils associated with the region, making it a refined alternative to more familiar Loire appellations such as Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé.

Tasting Notes
The wine is clear and golden-yellow in appearance. Its intense nose combines ripe yellow fruit with delicate exotic-fruit notes, while mineral nuances add definition and lift. On the palate, it is elegant, light and fresh, with a clean, beautifully balanced profile and a precise finish shaped by its limestone- and flint-rich terroir. Although enjoyable in its youth for its freshness and clarity, Le Blanchais has the structure and mineral backbone to develop further complexity in bottle. Under good cellar conditions, it can age for close to a decade, gradually revealing deeper tertiary and mineral nuances.

Production
The Sauvignon Blanc comes from organically farmed vineyards in Morogues, within the Menetou-Salon appellation. The northeast-facing parcels are rooted in Kimmeridgian marl, with surface layers of clay, limestone and flint that contribute both mineral precision and freshness. The grapes are directly pressed to preserve the purity of the must, followed by fermentation in a combination of wooden vats, barrels and stainless-steel tanks. The wine is then matured for an extended period on fine lees, primarily in barrels and stainless steel, adding depth and roundness while preserving its natural vitality.

Food & Serving
Serve at 12–14°C to bring out the balance between its fruit, freshness and mineral character. It is a natural partner for fish and shellfish, including grilled or delicately prepared seafood, and also works beautifully with richly flavoured cheeses. Decanting is not essential for the 2023 vintage, though a brief period in a carafe can help open the wine and reveal more of its aromatic detail.

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