Dry white wine LES JUSTICES 2021, 0.75L, France

NATURAL WHITE WINE

Producer: Jean-Christophe Garnier
Region: Anjou
Year: 2021
Grapes: Chenin
Capacity: 750ml
Strength: 12.5%

PORTRAIT OF THE WINEMAKER:

Before embarking on his own journey in natural winemaking, Jean-Christophe Garnier was a sommelier in the Paris region. After deciding to leave the capital’s wine scene, he studied oenology in the Loire Valley and completed an internship with the legendary natural winemaker Marc Angeli. With this knowledge and experience, he purchased several vineyards in Anjou and has been producing exceptional-quality Chenin, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Gamay, and Pineau d'Aunis since 2002.

His vines, ranging in age from 40 to 60 years, grow on the exceptional terroir of the Lajon Valley, with its sedimentary slate, limestone, and marl. However, Jean-Christophe Garnier’s wines are exceptional not only because of their terroir but also because of his winemaking techniques. Connoisseurs of natural wines would agree that his Chenin wines have a distinctive, oxidative aftertaste, unique to him, which gives them a singular character.

TASTE PROPERTIES:

Chenin with an oxidative profile - a bit mischievous, playful and free, just like its producer. Predominant aromas of green apples, ginger, quince, with a light minerality.

FOOD PAIRING:

Pairs well with hard cheeses, antipasti, fish dishes, and shellfish.

Serve cold (10-12 C).