Pouilly Fumé AOC 2023

Vineyards

The vineyards are situated on the slopes of Pouilly-sur-Loire, benefiting from the region’s renowned silex-rich soils. This distinctive terroir imparts the characteristic flinty minerality that defines classic Pouilly-Fumé. The vineyards are managed sustainably, following High Environmental Value (HVE) principles, with organic practices that enhance biodiversity and maintain soil vitality.

Winemaking

Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure the purity of fruit. The wine undergoes gentle pressing before a cool fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. It is aged on fine lees for several months to preserve its freshness and complexity, enhancing its texture and aromatic expression.

Appearance

Pale gold with greenish reflections, showcasing its youthful vibrancy.

Nose

Expressive and refined, offering aromas of citrus zest, green apple, and white peach, with an underlying flinty note typical of the silex-rich terroir.

Palate

Crisp and well-balanced, with a lively acidity that accentuates its fresh citrus and stone fruit flavours. The mineral backbone provides depth, leading to a long, elegant finish with subtle smoky nuances.

Food pairing

An excellent match for seafood, particularly oysters, grilled fish, and shellfish. It also pairs beautifully with goat’s cheese, fresh salads, and delicate vegetable dishes.

Background story

Established in 1770, Domaine Les Chaumes is a family-owned estate in the heart of the Loire Valley, managed today by Jean-Jacques and Monique Bardin and their children, the 9th generation of the Bardin family. The estate spans 55 hectares across prominent appellations, including AOP Pouilly-sur-Loire, AOP Pouilly-Fumé, AOP Sancerre, and IGP Côtes de La Charité. Their vineyards benefit from silex and clay-limestone soils, enhancing the wines with a refined minerality.

Domaine Les Chaumes is dedicated to sustainable viticulture, following the High Environmental Value (HVE) approach. The Bardins employ organic farming practices, avoiding chemical treatments and fostering biodiversity by allowing natural vegetation and regularly hoeing the soil. This commitment preserves soil health and vine quality, ensuring a balanced, pure expression of terroir in each wine. Grapes are harvested at peak ripeness, with whites aged on fine lees in stainless steel for several months to amplify freshness and fruit clarity.