Ampelidae Marigny-Neuf Sauvignon 2016

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Ampelidae
Label Name:
 
Marigny-Neuf Sauvignon
Vintage:
 
2016
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
IGP Val de Loire (Marigny-Brizay, Vienne)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Listed in Guide Hachette des Vins (Marigny-Neuf cuvées cited; Marigny-Neuf Sauvignon received recognition including Coup de Coeur in Guide Hachette for nearby vintages). Reviews and vintage notes available from retailer and trade sources

Tasting Note
Aromatic sauvignon with guava and citrus notes, floral hints and saline-mineral undercurrent. Crisp, fresh acidity with a clean, medium-length finish and expressive fruit concentration.

Food Pairing
Western: fresh oysters, grilled sea bass, goat cheese, ceviche, grilled prawns. Asian: sushi/sashimi, Vietnamese spring rolls, Thai green papaya salad, lightly spiced Thai or Vietnamese seafood dishes.

Production Method
Organic viticulture (ECOCERT), manual harvest; short cold skin contact under CO2, fermentation at low temperature, 6 months ageing on fine lees with regular bâtonnage.

Vineyard Info
Founded by Frédéric Brochet in 1995; now run with the Meuli family. Estate works biodynamically/organically across parcels around Marigny-Brizay (c.90 ha), Marigny-Neuf cuvée from younger, organically farmed vines.