Origin: Touraine, Loire France
Grape: Chenin Blanc
Year: 2015
Alcohol: 12%
Price Point: $15.99
Year Reviewed: 2018
Just left an exciting session on French whites this week and was so pumped up about the whites from France that I had to make a chicken dish so I could pair with my Christmas gift (this wine) from a co-worker, a Vouvray from Domaine Pichot. I made some lemony Greek chicken with mild spices. Jean-Claude Pichot’s family is one of the oldest in Vouvray, with origins as viticulturists and restaurateurs dating back to 1739. These grapes are grown in rich clay soil and are hand harvested.
Appearance of this Vouvray is a clean pale lemon color. The nose is clean with a medium intensity with lemon, biscuit, lees, and floral…..possibly a white flower.
A beautiful wine on the palate. I do receive a higher acidity but a nice crisp acidity. Such a well-balanced smooth wine with a long, almost puckering finish. Quality is Outstanding!!! Thanks to my co-worker for such a smooth and enjoyable Chenin Blanc. France is home and famous for their Vouvray, and personally I think they are some of the most enjoyable and crowd-pleasing whites out there. For those of you who have never tried a Vouvray, you really need to!