2023 Domaine Philippe Tessier Cheverny Blanc, Loire Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE This expression of Cheverny Blanc is a mixture of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Orbois, spontaneously fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts. Domaine Tessier was founded in 1961 by Roger Tessier within Cheverny in the Loire. The vines are all organically farmed, and the estate has a cooler microclimate. The vines are 20 years of age and thrive on a mixture of sand and clay soils. This wine was unfiltered and unfined

the wine is vinified more like a white than a red—light pressing

Rootdown was started by winemaker/owner Mike Lucia in 2014 initially as a rose-focused brand but has since grown to produce rose

and fresh cream

no high yield production with irrigation

sandalwood

Notes of exotic fruits brought forth from the Terres Blanches adds complexity to the nose and mouth which enhances a lingering finish

Originally part of Château d’Issan

From 1923 when the Gaintza cellar was set up through to the latest extension in 2012

” says Thomas

Extremely cool nights and hot days throughout the growing season allowed acidity and minerality to maintain at a level that is unexpected in Viognier

simplicity - and joy

From 60 year old vines in a 2-hectare parcel