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Born in Bordeaux where he was trained at Domaine de Roches Neuves by his father Bernard. Thierry picked up and left for Saumur-Champigny in central Loire Valley in 1991 and shortly after was followed by his farther to grow Cabernet Franc in the most suitable terrior. This region is made up of tiffeau limestone which is easy to carve making it easy for roots to grow and to also build medieval castles and cathedrals.
Working on 22 hectars all of which are biodynamic and scattered amonst the Loire. Thierry has paired up with one of his good friends Michel Chervé to make this beautiful non vintage sparkler. Made up of mostly Chenin Blanc this wine has a hint of Chardonnay and a small amount of Cabernet Franc. The juice ferments in 1 and 2 year old barrels before it goes to bottle for it's second fermentation (méthode traditionelle.) It recieves no dosage and the whole process takes about 12 months.
Lemon Gold in color this wine expressed great minerality that jumped from the glass. Lemon rind, thyme this wine was bone dry on the palate and screaming with acidity and tart fruits. Pair it up with some food and it will be great! Oysters, fried seafood, or even a hamburger from the grill.
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