2020 Domaine de la Guilloterie Saumur Blanc 'Elegance'

100% certified sustainable Chenin Blanc from five acres of estate vines in Brézé, south of the Loire river. Soils are limestone-clay, with a chalky subsoil called “Tuffeau,” rocky with some flint content.  Hand harvested, fermented with native yeasts, vinified in steel and bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulphur. 14.5% alcohol.  4,500 cases made. Fully delivers the brilliant ripeness of the superb 2020 vintage for Chenin Blanc. Matching fruitiness and acidity shine on this vibrant white Saumur! Nose with pear, citrus, beeswax notes and hints of  flint and mineral. The palate is deep and very rich, all balanced with great acidity. Pairs beautifully with sea scallops. Since 1835, six generations of the family have farmed vineyards and made wine at Domaine de la Guilloterie. Today, the father and son Patrice and Rémi Duveau’s carry on the family legacy.