Alphonse Mellot
Alphonse Mellot Pouilly-Fumé
4.3
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Alphonse Mellot, a vintner with deep roots in the Loire Valley, extends his winemaking prowess to the Pouilly-Fumé appellation, crafting wines that splendidly illustrate the potential of Sauvignon Blanc in this region. The Pouilly-Fumé by Alphonse Mellot is a vivid embodiment of the local terroir, which is renowned for its silex and limestone soils that impart a distinctive flinty minerality to the wines. Mellot's approach combines organic and biodynamic practices, a testament to the winery's commitment to ecological balance and the expression of pure, unadulterated terroir. Aging on fine lees contributes to the wine's complexity and texture while preserving its intrinsic freshness and vitality.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Alphonse Mellot's Pouilly-Fumé pours a shimmering pale gold, a prelude to its elegant nature.The bouquet is a tapestry of aromas, with grapefruit, lime, and white peach at the forefront, interwoven with the appellation's signature smoky minerality that evokes the scent of wet stones after a rain. The palate is greeted with an electrifying acidity that carries the crisp, vibrant citrus and stone fruit flavors to all corners of the mouth. Notes of fresh herbs and a subtle chalkiness add layers of depth to the medium-bodied wine, culminating in a long, zesty finish that leaves a lingering impression of minerality and a clean, precise aftertaste. This Pouilly-Fumé is a harmonious representation of the Sauvignon Blanc grape and its eloquent translation of the Loire Valley's Pouilly-Fumé terroir.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Alphonse Mellot
Region: Loire Valley
The Loire Valley is a wine region located in the central and western part of France, stretching from the Atlantic coast to the Central Massif. It is renowned for its stunning landscapes with castles, its rich history and its diverse range of wines.
The Loire Valley has been producing wine since the Roman era, and it has been an important wine-producing region for centuries. In the Middle Ages, the wines of the Loire Valley were highly sought after by the French court. Today, the region is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
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