Evasion Sauvignon VDF

Les Éclaireurs de Loire · Loire Valley, France

Lovely fresh and aromatic flavors of gooseberries, blackcurrant, nettles leaves. The palate is juicy and round with refreshing minimality.
The finish reveals pomelo flavors with a slight salinity.

Farming
Sustainable

Harvest Method
Mechanical harvest

Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc

Age of Vineyard
Planted around 2004

Vessel
Stainless steel

Vineyard Yield
55 hl/ha

Soil Type
Clay-based and sandy soil

Annual Production
30,000 bottles

Vinification
Pneumatic pressing shortly after harvest. Cold settling during 24 hours. Slow fermentation in temperature-controlled (16 - 20°C) stainless steel tanks. Racking after alcoholic fermentation. The wine is then aged in stainless steel tank for a minimum of 6 months before bottling.