Janus, VdF , Dom. de l'Ecu - 2020

Name: Janus, VdF , Dom. de l'Ecu
Brand: Dom. de l'Ecu
SKU: 44921
Price: 24.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 44921 750mL

This Chardonnay was grown to be included in the domaine's sparkling wine, but is now vinified and bottled on its own. Grown on clay and limestone soils, this undergoes wild yeast fermentation, and and aging in concrete tanks. Entirely unfined, unfiltered, and unsulphured, this dry white shows very fresh citrus and minerals. Pair with salt cod and potatoes.

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Color

White

Vintage

2020

Country

France

Region

Loire

Producer

Dom. de l'Ecu

Grape Variety

Chardonnay

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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Staff Pick Notes

For some reason, there seems to be an anti-Chardonnay trend out there. When Chardonnay is biodynamically grown on the limestone-clay soils of Muscadet; when vinification involves the natural methods of using native yeasts, eliminating fining or filtration, aging for 9 months in concrete (no oak), and adding zero sulfur; you have wine that will defy what you thought you knew about Chardonnay. Behold Janus, Chardonnay by Fred Niger of Domaine de L’Ecu. The wine is immensely expressive. It has a slick, olive oil-like mouthfeel, and flavors of limey citrus fruit. It’s loaded with minerality and energy. Dissolve a morsel of bloomy soft Camembert in your mouth with it. Magnificent.

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Glossary

Loire

There’s a lot to remember when it comes to the Loire. Novices, take note: Cabernet Franc is a great alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon, Muscadet is unparalleled as a companion to shellfish, and Cour Cheverny is the best white wine appellation you’ve never heard of. As diverse as Loire wines are, one day soon you'll know your Melon de Bourgogne from your Romorantin.

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