Domaine Tessier, Les Sables 2022

20 kilometres from the banks of the Loire river, Domaine Tessier can be found nestled between three forest massifs - Sologne, Cheverny and Chambord. The microclimate created here directly influences the vines of the estate, where two appellations coexist (AOC Cour-Cheverny and AOC Cheverny Blanc, Rosé and Rouge). The vineyard was established in 1961 by Roger Tessier and has remained in the family ever since, with Simon taking over in 2020. Like most of Loire, the soils here are predominantly limestone overlain by marine deposits and silica-clay, which combine to form the region’s highly mineral wines. Les Sables 2022 is 100% Romorantin from 20-40 year old vines. Malolactic fermentation then two ageing process, the first in demi-muids for 10 months, then cement for 5 months. An intense nose of yellow fruits with a touch of oxidation. A richness comparative to sherry but still highly mineral and fresh with notes of quince and underripe apricot. Les Sables 2022 would pair well with a white fish like turbot.