Savennieres sits on a rich area of volcanic rock and Domaine FL`s vineyards are largely rhyolite, a granite-like form. Chenin Blanc is the perfect match and produces pure and vibrant wines from these organic plots, which in 2014 were in conversion to biodynamics. Domaine FL is a relative newcomer but is formed out of two historical estates and founded on the twin principles of craft and graft - but utterly reliant on fabulous terroir. Warm but with no heatwave, ripening was even and balanced in 2015, giving very high quality fruit. The 2015 Le Parc is defined by the mineral freshness that leads into a balanced, focussed palate and then the persistent finish. Delicious now, this is set to develop the beeswax-and-honey character so typical of mature Chenin, if of course you can wait that long. (CW 04/09/18)

Producer

Domaine Fournier Longchamps

Origin

Savennieres, Anjou-Touraine, Loire FRANCE

Colour

white

Wine Style

dry

Dominant Grape

Chenin Blanc

Farming Style

organic

Closure Style

cork

Maturity

ready

Bottle Size

75cl

Case Quantity

6

Alcohol

13.4%