Pouilly Fumé​ Clos du Château Paladi

Masson Blondelet · Pouilly Fumé, France

Harvested on argilo-calcareous soils, these old vines of Blanc Fume (the local name of Sauvignon Blanc grape) fully express the elegance of the terroir. Beautiful floral composition (rose, peony), embellished by vegetal touches and peach bush notes.

Farming
Certified HVE

Harvest Method
Hand harvested

Varietal
100% Sauvignon Blanc

Age of Vineyard
Planted in 1970

Vessel
Stainless steel tank

Vineyard Yield
25 hl/ha

Soil Type
Limestone-clay soil

Annual Production
5,000 bottles

Vinification
Immediate destemming and immediate press after harvest to avoid skin contact or oxidation. Very gentle press in our pneumatic press, fermentation in stainless steel tanks after cold settling, long conservation on very fine lees to enhance texture and youth character, no malolactic fermentation.