2023 Domaine de Reuilly "Les Pierres Plates" Reuilly Blanc, Loire Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE 100% Sauvignon Blanc grown on clay and Kimmeridgian limestone. The grapes are hand harvested, then undergo cold maceration for 3 4 days. Temperature controlled fermentation. The limestone parcel where it originates is called Les Pierres Platesthe flat stoneswhich is filled with fossilized shells from the Kimmeridgian period, when France was covered by ocean. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Denis Jamain of Domaine de Reuilly farms organically and

her experiences living and drinking among the area’s independent artisan growers cemented her understanding of wine as a form of liquid culture

GrenacheTASTING NOTES: The nose is very pleasant with soft spices and small red berries

including whole-cluster fermentation and aging in French oak barrels

Three parcels all planted in 1903 plus some Las Trabasseres planted in 1913

fining or filtration

The result is a wine of clarity and energy

The 40 hectare Sauternes vineyard of Chateau d’Arche is planted to 90% Semillon

Ampelidae’s ethos centers on innovative yet minimal‑intervention winemaking: using stainless steel or concrete for fermentation

red clay soil

The wines stays with the skins for about 55 days and then pressed

This light bodied white is easygoing

The Müllers follow the guidelines of certified environmentally-friendly wine growing