Domaine aux Moines : Roche aux Moines 2024

## Characteristics and Tasting Notes for Roche aux Moines 2024 from Domaine aux Moines **Tasting** *Appearance*
The colour reveals a bright pale gold hue, enhanced by delicate green highlights. *Nose*
The nose opens with elegant floral notes of acacia intertwined with refreshing citrus aromas. It then evolves towards more indulgent touches of hazelnut and candied fruit. *Palate*
Full-bodied and vibrant, the palate captivates with its remarkable freshness. It offers fine tension underpinned by a touch of minerality characteristic of its terroir. **Food and Wine Pairing** This white wine pairs beautifully with fine shellfish such as langoustines, white-fleshed fish like pikeperch or turbot, as well as richer dishes such as sweetbreads or andouillette with cream sauce. **Serving and Cellaring** To fully appreciate this Roche aux Moines 2024, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature of 12°C. This great white wine can be enjoyed from 2025, but it possesses remarkable ageing potential, allowing it to develop in the cellar until around 2040. ## The Elegance and Minerality of a Great White Wine from Savennières **The Estate** Founded in 1981 by Monique Laroche, Domaine aux Moines spans 12 hectares in the heart of the Loire Valley. While the winemaking history of the site dates back to the 12th century with Cistercian monks, it is now Tessa Laroche who runs this family estate. Embracing a distinctly feminine identity, the winemaker cultivates her vines with passion, following the principles of organic farming and biodynamics. The estate is renowned for producing dry white wines of great purity, faithfully reflecting the excellence of its schist terroir. **The Vineyard** Located on the right bank of the river, this exceptional vineyard lies within the prestigious Savennières Roche aux Moines appellation. The vines, around 45 years old, flourish on steep hillsides benefiting from an ideal south and south-west exposure. This distinctive terroir consists of lean, well-draining soils blending schist, sandstone and clay. Farmed organically since 2006 and biodynamically since 2017, the vineyard enjoys excellent natural ventilation, promoting grape health and preserving biodiversity. **The Vintage** Although precise weather details are not exhaustive, the growing cycle allowed the grapes to reach optimal ripeness without experiencing excessive heat. The year was marked above all by very low yields, requiring constant attention and meticulous hand-harvesting carried out in several passes. **Winemaking and Ageing** Fermentation of the Roche aux Moines 2024 begins naturally with indigenous yeasts in tank. Ageing then takes place over an extended period, mostly in tanks (between 65 and 75%), with the remainder in used 220- and 400-litre oak barrels. The wine is finally allowed a period of rest in bottle before release. **Grape Variety** 100% Chenin Blanc