This small domaine is situated in Thauvenay in the Loire, France, where they have 5.5 hectares of Pinot Noir, of which 1.5 hectares is made into Rose. The vineyards are managed under the sustained agriculture method (lutte raisonnée).

Grapes:   100% Pinot Noir from a 1.5 hectare vineyard.

Vines:      Average age 14 years old.

Soil:         Chalky

Winemaking: Careful mechanical harvest followed by selection of the grapes.  Cold maceration for 24 hours, then fermentation in temperature controlled vats (16-19°C).  Once fermentation is over, the wine is left on its lees for 3-4 months.

Colour:    Pale salmon. Serve: At 8-10°C as an aperitif or with hors d'oeuvres, light pasta dishes, poultry and charcuterie.

Taste:      A delicate nose of apricots and gooseberries which are joined by more complex notes of pepper and mint on the palate. The wine has a balanced and lingering finish.