Domaine Henry Pelle - Menetou-Salon Morogues Vignes de Ratier 2022

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Producer	Domaine Henry Pelle
Country	France
Region	Loire Valley
Subregion	Menetou-Salon
Varietal	Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage	2022
Sku	12017208
Size	750ml

Fourth-generation Paul-Henry Pellé organically farms 40 hectares of vines in the kimmeridgian-centric village of Morogues in the appellaton of Menetou-Salon. The property is planted to 1/3 Pinot Noir and 2/3 Sauvignon Blanc, both of which thrive in these lauded soils
The fermentations for the Menetou Morogues occur primarily in tank with about 15% in a combination of foudres and 400-liter barrels. The esteemed parcellaire cuvées are fermented and aged in a combo of tank (30%) and 400-liter barrels (70%) that are housed in a cold and serene 13th century underground cellar
Like the top wines from Chavignol, Pellé wines drink well on release, but also have the power and precision to age beautifully for 10-15 years, often longer in top vintages

Domaine Henry Pelle Description

A blend of 7 parcels from the highest slopes of the appellation. This location (cool yet sunny climate) and this soil (Kimmeridgian marl) give this wine a subtle, pure nose with aromas of white flowers and citrus fruits. The taste is racy and crystalline, clear with a citrus fruit taste initially followed by a saline and mineral finish.

Appellation: Menetou-Salon
Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyard: Vignes de Ratier is a sunny terroir in the village of Morogues where the bedrock lies just centimenters below the surface. 7,500 vines/hectare
Soil: Kimmeridgian marl bedrock under just 50 centimeters of topsoil
Viticulture: Practicing organic. Soils plowed. Hand-harvested
Vinification: Direct pressing of grapes, fermented with natural yeast in a combination of wooden vats and tank
Aging: Aged in on the lees in a combination on 70% wood (Foudres and used 400L barrels) and 30% tank
Notes: This kimmeridgian dominant parcel produces a mineral wine with power and electric vibrancy. It is long, persistent and complex with a silky texture