JULIEN PINEAU "SUBSTANCE" 2017 - $38.99

 
 

This thrilling Sauvignon Blanc is the third vintage from Julien Pineau, the young winemaker that took over a portion of Clos Roche Blanche, one of the most legendary Domaines in the Loire Valley. The estate continues to be farmed biodynamically as it has for the past 30 plus years, and the ‘17 vintage of Substance is a blend of the oldest and most prized Sauvignon Blanc plots, which date back to 1954. Julien is beginning to hit his stride with this third vintage and settling into the enormous shoes he had to fill, and the magic of the fabled Clos Roche Blanche vineyards is on full display here. Ripe, round, and textured with rich stone fruits and deep spice tones. It features tremendous balance and minerality on a broad-shouldered frame - this is not your average Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc!

 

The 2017 Substance can be enjoyed now and would also do fine in the cellar if you chose to forget about it for a few years. Please order now and see for yourself why we are so excited about this wine! 

 

Cheers,