Background

The Domaine du Haut Bourg is located south of Nantes around the Grand-Lieu Lake in the Loire-Atlantique department. Pavillon is the name of the parcel where the grapes are from. The vines are 40 years old and produce a fine wine that is well balanced.

Tasting notes

On the nose and palate - pineapple, tropical fruit, beautiful minerality. Rich with superb length.

Winemaking

60 % Direct pressing, 30 % Pellicular maceration. Juices settled for 48 hours at approximately 13°C, controlled fermentation temperatures. Matured on the lees for 8 months. Stirring of the lees after fermentation.

Food pairings

Oysters, lobster and other delicacies from the sea. Also works nicely with poultry or hard cheese.

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