Alphonse Mellot : Pouilly-Fumé 2024

Characteristics and tasting notes of Alphonse Mellot's Pouilly-Fumé 2024

Tasting

Appearance
This white wine reveals a pale hue enhanced by delicate green highlights.

Nose
Beautifully complex, the aromatic bouquet blends scents of citrus and white flowers with the subtle smoky notes typical of its terroir.

Palate
Indulgent and remarkably long, the palate stands out for its vibrancy and deeply mineral structure.

Food and wine pairings

This cuvée pairs wonderfully with seafood, such as raw or cooked fish, as well as with refined vegetable-based dishes.

The authentic expression of a great Loire terroir by Alphonse Mellot

The estate

Although the family's winegrowing history dates back to 1513, the Alphonse Mellot House was officially founded in 1881. Located in Sancerre, in the Loire Valley, the estate now stretches over 76 hectares of vines. Currently led by Alphonse Mellot Junior, representing the nineteenth generation, and his sister Emmanuelle, the estate stands out for its rigorous plot-by-plot approach. Fully certified in biodynamic farming since 1999, this historic vineyard makes a point of revealing the authenticity of its terroirs through meticulous, entirely manual cultivation practices.

The vineyard

The grapes destined for this Pouilly-Fumé come from plots located in the commune of Saint-Andelain, on the right bank of the river, opposite the Sancerre hillside. This singular terroir rests on a geological mosaic composed of Kimmeridgian limestone, marl and flinty clay. Cultivated according to biodynamic principles, these vines, averaging forty years of age, receive constant attention and rigorous manual work to ensure controlled yields and optimal fruit quality.

Winemaking and aging

Following an exclusively manual harvest allowing rigorous sorting both in the vineyard and in the cellar, the berries of this Pouilly-Fumé 2024 undergo extremely careful pressing. Fermentation and aging are then tailored to each plot, taking place in tanks, truncated wooden casks or barrels, in order to preserve the aromatic purity and tension characteristic of the fruit.

Grape variety

This wine is crafted exclusively from 100% Sauvignon Blanc.