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Terroir Pouilly-Fume - Les Silex Blancs - Domaine J. De Villebois 2023
Domaine J. De VilleboisSauvignon Blanc 100% Pouilly-Fumé AOP 75 cl 2023
CHF 49.19−10%(CHF 65.59/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 54.55
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Domaine J. De Villebois
- Name
- Pouilly-Fumé AOP
- Variety
- Sauvignon Blanc 100%
- Vintage
- 2023
- Gradation
- 13.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Mineral, gunflint, redcurrant, mint, eucalyptus
- Vinification method
- Free-run juice selection, cold settling, stainless-steel fermentation 17-18°C
- Aging
- 8 months on fine lees with regular bâtonnage
- Type of cask
- Stainless-steel tanks (no barrel)
- Color
- Lemon yellow
- Serving temperature
- 10-12°C
- Recommended consumption
- Ready now; will reveal itself with time
- Pairing
- Seafood, fish, goat cheese, asparagus, Asian cuisine
- Region
- Loire Valley
- Country
- France
- Production area
- Right bank of the Loire, silex terroir (Pouilly-sur-Loire)
- Type
- White wine
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This Pouilly-Fumé Les Silex Blancs from Domaine J. De Villebois presents a restrained, carefully crafted style, more typical of refined than opulent white wines. In the glass it shows clarity and moderate intensity; the structure is supported by a sense of freshness and a mineral thread that carries the sip without weighing it down. The producer appears to favour a respectful handling of the fruit, aiming for balance and precision rather than excessive intervention.
On the palate it confirms a medium-bodied structure with lively acidity and a clean, dry finish. Aromas suggest ripe citrus and subtle floral notes, balanced by saline and slightly earthy returns. It pairs with seafood, shellfish, grilled fish and fresh cheeses; suitable for relatively early consumption but also able to accompany more delicate dishes. Serve chilled, around 8–10 °C, and ideally within a few years of purchase to enjoy its vivacity.
On the palate it confirms a medium-bodied structure with lively acidity and a clean, dry finish. Aromas suggest ripe citrus and subtle floral notes, balanced by saline and slightly earthy returns. It pairs with seafood, shellfish, grilled fish and fresh cheeses; suitable for relatively early consumption but also able to accompany more delicate dishes. Serve chilled, around 8–10 °C, and ideally within a few years of purchase to enjoy its vivacity.
The winery
Domaine J. de Villebois
Centre‑Val de Loire (Touraine)FranciaSince 2004
Azienda vinicola della Loira specializzata nel Sauvignon Blanc, guidata da Joost e Miguela de Willebois e attiva nella zona del Centre‑Val de Loire (Touraine) con cuvée su più appellazioni della Loira.
- Grape varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir
- Specialista del Sauvignon Blanc della Valle della Loira
- Attivo dal 2004 con sviluppo rapido della gamma verso Sancerre e Pouilly‑Fumé
- Approccio parcellare e terroir‑driven (silex, caillottes, marnes, ecc.)
- Dichiarata certificazione/adesione RSE «Vignerons Engagés»
- Sedi operative e punti vendita in Touraine e presenza commerciale internazionale
The story
L'attività legata al marchio J. de Villebois è iniziata con un IGP Val de Loire Sauvignon Blanc a partire dal 2004; in seguito la gamma si è ampliata includendo cuvée di Touraine e collaborazioni con vignerons di Sancerre e Pouilly‑Fumé. Il progetto fa parte della famiglia di domini dei Vignobles Villebois e si è sviluppato per valorizzare i diversi terroir della Loira.
Production philosophy
Orientamento sul territorio e sul cépage Sauvignon Blanc: vinificazioni parcellari per mettere in evidenza le caratteristiche dei suoli (silex, caillottes, marnes) e uno stile preciso e poco invasivo in cantina. L'azienda dichiara inoltre un impegno per la sostenibilità, con adesione al label RSE «Vignerons Engagés».
Terroir and vineyards
Opera nel Centre‑Val de Loire (Touraine) con presenza nelle appellazioni del Centro‑Loira come Sancerre, Pouilly‑Fumé, Menetou‑Salon e territori di Touraine; sedi e chais sono a Seigy, Chémery e aree vicine alla Valle del Cher e della Sologne viticola.
Awards and recognition
Adesione al label RSE "Vignerons Engagés" (certificazione di responsabilità sociale d'impresa dichiarata dall'azienda).