Description

Nicolas Idiart Chenin Blanc: 100% Chenin Blanc from Maison Idiart located in the Village of Saint-Lambert-du-Lattay in the Loire Valley in France.

Chenin Blanc is a difficult grape to grow, there is often different maturity of grapes on the same vine. They must be picked by hand and harvested at least 2 times. They were aged on the lees using batonnage for 10 months. This care yields beautiful, structured, complex wine.

Tasting Notes:  The nose is intense and complex, with floral notes, dried chamomile, ginger and pear skin. On the palate it shows great intensity and beautiful structured acidity. High energy.

Suggested food pairings: Oysters, Clams, Fish, Shellfish

Suggested cheese pairings: Feta, Chevre, Brie, Gruyere, Havarti, Mozzarella, Ricotta