Country: France Region: Loire Valley - Touraine Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Vintage: 2019 Colour: White Style: Dry Producer: Domaine de Corbilleres PRODUCERFounded in 1905, Domaine des Corbillières has been in the Barboufamily for four generations and is now run by Dominique andVéronique Barbou, who have 16 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc andlocal red varieties.VINEYARDSThe vineyards are situated on the sandy clay slopes of Oisly andbenefit from good exposure and drainage. The vines are between15 and 45 years old. The vineyards are farmed using organicmethods, with no artificial chemicals used unless absolutelynecessary. Dominique keeps yields low and practises de-buddingto ensure ripeness and good ventilation by leaf plucking.VINIFICATIONThe Sauvignon Blanc grapes were machine-harvested and gentlypressed using a pneumatic press. Temperature-controlledfermentation took place at 18-20°C in stainless-steel tanks. Thewine then remained on lees for four months, adding weight andcomplexity to the finished wine.TASTING NOTESThis wine is light lemon-yellow with a fresh, lively perfume of citrus,green apple and hints of sherbet on the nose. On the palate,concentrated fresh fruit flavours are well-balanced with a zestyacidity.