Savennières Clos Le Grand Beaupréau

Domaine de la Bergerie

Savennières Clos Le Grand Beaupréau

Producer
Domaine de la Bergerie

Country
France

Region
Loire Valley

Sub-Region
Anjou-Saumur

Appellation
Savennières

Farming
Certified Organic

Varietals
100% Chenin Blanc

Vineyards & Viticulture
Located near Coulée de Serrant and de la Roche aux Moines vineyards. The site, Clos du Grand Beaupréau, sits at the highest point in the appellation Savennières. For this reason, the wind is essential in obtaining the hallmark minerality of this wine.

Soils
Schist, aeolian sand and volcanic rocks

Harvest & Vinification
The grapes are hand-harvested. Native yeast. Slow pressing to retain freshness and aromatics. Fermented and aged in 400 L barrels (25% new).