Marc Brédif Vouvray Classic Chenin Blanc 2022

The domaine of Marc Bredif is one of the most famous names in the Loire, renowned for the longevity and quality of his Vouray. Established in 1893 under the name of Chateau les Roches it wasn't until 1919 when Marc Bredif took over from his uncle, that the name was changed to mark the change of ownership. The ethereal Chenin Blanc from Marc Bredif remains a benchmark for the region; delicious, nervy and vividly sketched when young it morphs into an infinitely complex wine with age taking on characters of dried honey, lanolin and valvados, still with that ceramic-like sheen of minerally acidity.

The grapes for the Marc Brédif Vouvray enjoy northern/southern exposure, soils of mainly chalk clay, with some parcels having flint clay soils and grown on the lower slopes along the Loire Valley in Vouvray and Vernou-sur-Brenne. Average vine age of 25-30 years old.

Grapes are hand picked then undergo pneumatic pressing with only the juice that runs naturally from the grapes is used. Temperature-controlled fermentation at 64°F for 2 months and subsequently the wine is left to mature in vats for nine months on the lees.

The Vouvray Chenin Blanc is a beautiful bright crystalline yellow gold colour, intense yet fine on the nose, both floral and fruity (white flowers, elderflower, pear, citrus).

Rich, fruity and round with a delicate balance of fruit, acid and freshness. Lingering and evolving finish of Grapefruit and pineapple- its refreshing and quite simply-lovely.