2010 FIÉ GRIS Domaine de L'Aujardiere
2010 FIÉ GRIS Domaine de L'Aujardiere
| Grapes: Sauvignon Gris | Origin: France, Loire |
Lea & Sandeman review
Fié Gris (otherwise known as Sauvignon Gris) is an ancient Loire variety which had all but disappeared before young Eric Chevalier was asked to make a special Cuvée for the renowned Hotel Anne de Bretagne, and this is where we first tasted his wine. Eric tells us that the grapes look more like Gewürztraminer, larger than Sauvignon with a distinctive yellow bloom. Made with the greatest of care (and minimum of intervention in the vineyard) the pressed juice is left on the skins and pulp for an extended period, and the fermented wine remains on the 'lees' through until January. At every stage the wine is free-run, with no pumping, and bottled after Easter. Rather more restrained on the nose this vintage, but with explosive fruit on the palate, and an attack of bright, sweet fruit followed by focused acidity.Other reviews and comments
Made from the unusual Sauvignon Gris grape, whose pungent green pea and asparagus aromas are reminiscent of Sauvignon Blanc, as is the ripe, juicy fresh green herbal fruits character and sharp blade of acidity, but this Loire Valley meets New Zealand style from Eric Chevalier is at the same time exotically, spicily, different.
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This unusual grape variety (aka Sauvignon Gris) is rarely seen, but going by this example you wonder why. Gooseberry fruit with hints of pine, oyster shell and smoke. Medium bodied and ever so slightly musky on the palate. Well balanced with a fresh finish. This has lots of interest and complexity, worth a try.
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