barton & guestier

B&G Menetou-Salon
"Oreille de Poules"

2023 / 2024

Location

France

Region

AOC Menetou-Salon

GRAPE VARIETY

Sauvignon Blanc

 

WINEMAKING

Short skin contact - fermented in stainless steel tanks at low temperature (15-18°C) - no malolactic conversion - 2-3 months of aging on fine lees in vats.

 

TASTING NOTES

Pale yellow color with slight golden highlights. Intense nose of grapefruit aromas, combined with delicate floral notes (acacia) and flinty hints. Complex, fruity, and crisp palate. The attack is very mineral followed by a full and fruity middle palate evolving on a long refreshing while gentle finish. 

 

PAIRING

Perfect with seafood, especially oysters, local cheeses (Crottin de Chavignol, Selles sur cher…), or as an aperitif. Best served between 10°C and 12°C / 50°F and 54°F.

 

KEY FACTS

  • « Oreilles de Poule » means "hen’s ear." This name is the local name of the shell sediments found in the soil in the region.
  • Well-known region for Sauvignon Blanc
  • Vegan friendly
  • HEV 3 certified

 

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