{"product_id":"vignobles-de-la-coulee-de-serrant-savennieres-la-roche-aux-moines-clos-de-la-bergerie-2024","title":"Vignobles de la Coulee de Serrant Savennieres La Roche aux Moines 'Clos de la Bergerie', Loire 2024","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVignobles de la Coulee de Serrant Savennieres La Roche aux Moines 'Clos de la Bergerie', Loire 2024\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTriple 'A' producer.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vignobles de la Coulée de Serrant Savennières Roche‑aux‑Moines “Clos de la Bergerie”\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dry, biodynamic Chenin Blanc from one of the historic grand terroirs of Nicolas Joly’s estate in Savennières. The 2024 is described as especially lively, pure, and energetic, with intense minerality, vibrant acidity, and classic Loire Chenin depth and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"producer-and-vineyard\"\u003eProducer and vineyard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe wine comes from Domaine de la Coulée de Serrant (Nicolas and Virginie Joly), pioneers of biodynamics in the Loire. The estate’s vineyards were planted in the 12th century by Cistercian monks and have been farmed biodynamically since 1984.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eClos de la Bergerie lies within the Savennières Roche‑aux‑Moines appellation, on east‑facing slopes with soils of schist and quartz, similar in composition to Coulée de Serrant but with deeper soil and milder slopes. Vines are Chenin Blanc from massal selections, with an average age around 25–40 years and planting density of 4,800–6,700 vines\/ha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"winemaking-and-style\"\u003eWinemaking and style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssemblage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chenin Blanc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, no temperature control, no chaptalization.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e about \u003cstrong\u003e5 months in used oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 1–2 rackings and occasional bâtonnage; low filtration and low sulfites.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e around \u003cstrong\u003e12.5–14%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e roughly \u003cstrong\u003e8,000–10,000 bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e in recent vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"tasting-profile\"\u003eTasting profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e intense and mineral, with citrus, orchard fruit, and subtle floral and spicy nuances.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e ample and vibrant, held together by high acidity and fine, lively bitterness; flavors of dried apricot chutney, cardamom, chalk, iodine, sweet almond, orange peel, and cold stone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, saline, and persistent, with a strong mineral backbone and classic Savennières tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-has-inline-images]_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"drinking-window-and-food-pairing\"\u003eDrinking window and food pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis is a wine built for aging, with the structure and acidity to evolve over many years. It can be enjoyed young with careful decanting but will reward medium‑ to long‑term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eServe slightly cool (12–14°C) with rich fish, shellfish, poultry, pork, mushroom dishes, and semi‑hard to hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille Joly","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (750 ml)","offer_id":67134484381869,"sku":"24-VIGNS-20603RW","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/8829\/8669\/files\/Winebottle_f0866694-2ae4-44f2-9425-6ab1a7c3af6a.jpg?v=1791219133","url":"https:\/\/symbolicwines.com\/products\/vignobles-de-la-coulee-de-serrant-savennieres-la-roche-aux-moines-clos-de-la-bergerie-2024","provider":"Symbolic Wines®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}