Famille Bourgeois : La Demoiselle de Bourgeois 2018

A Loire white wine with enticing balance and vivacity

The estate

Arnaud, Lionel and Jean-Christophe Bourgeois are the third generation to run the family estate, which was founded in 1950 by Henri Bourgeois. With a surface area of 72 hectares, the Famille Bourgeois vineyard stretches across a mosaic of terroirs made up of clay-limestone soils, Kimmeridgian marl and flint, all of which contribute to the signature of each of these Loire wines. The Bourgeois family's passion and rigour, both in vineyard management and in plot-based vinification, of which they were one of the pioneers, have produced wines renowned for their quality, finesse and precision.

The vineyard

Demoiselle de Bourgeois 2018 is a Loire wine produced from a meticulous selection of grapes from St Laurent l'Abbaye, where the first vines were planted.

Winemaking and ageing

Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats (85%) and Tronçais oak barrels (15%). Finally, this Pouilly-Fumé wine is aged on fine lees for 7 to 8 months.

Grape variety

Sauvignon Blanc (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for La Demoiselle de Bourgeois 2018 from the Famille Bourgeois

Tasting

Nose
The nose unveils intense aromas of white fruit and white flowers, underpinned by woody hints.

Palate
The palate is delightfully complex, lively, fruity and slightly woody.

To serve

For the best tasting, this wine should be served at a temperature between 11 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing

La Demoiselle de Bourgeois 2018 pairs perfectly with dishes such as steamed skate or poultry suprême.

Storage

This Loire wine can be laid down until 2028.