Coteaux du Layon Clos de la Bergerie
Appellation
Coteaux du Layon
Farming
Sustainable (HVE3), Organic (Ecocert)
Varieties
100% Chenin Blanc
Vineyards & Viticulture
A south-southeast facing parcel located at Champ-sur-Layon. Ground coverage alternates yearly between grass and herbs every other row for the health of the vines and nutrients.
Soils
Schist and clay
Harvest & Vinification
The grapes are hand harvested and carefully sorted to check for noble rot. Gently pressed. Native yeast. Fermentation in vats, then aged for a year before bottling.
