Dagueneau Silex 2022

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Dagueneau
Label Name:
 
Silex
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Loire (Pouilly‑Fumé / Saint‑Andelain).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc.
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Vinous 94/100 (Rebecca Gibb); La Revue du Vin de France 96/100

Tasting Note
Powerful flinty minerality with lemon/citrus, white peach and saline notes; taut, chalky texture, citrus oil and long, mouthwatering finish — needs time to open.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, lobster, grilled langoustine, smoked trout, goat cheese. Asian: sashimi/sushi, miso‑glazed black cod, steamed prawn dumplings, yuzu‑seasoned ceviche.

Production Method
Whole‑cluster direct pressing; long fermentation and élevage on fine lees in large oak 'cigar' barrels, foudres and Wineglobes; organic/biodynamic viticulture, low SO2.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Didier Dagueneau — vines on the flint (silex) slopes of Saint‑Andelain; low yields, old vines; now managed by Louis‑Benjamin/Benjamin continuing Didier’s methods.