2024, Domaine du Pélican, ARBOIS, Savagnin Ouillé

This is the topped-up version (ie. not oxidative) of Savagnin. Produced since 2012, the cuvée made from parcels located in Arbois and Montigny-lès-Arsures. The soils are triassic marls; fallen rocks (calcareous scree) of Bajocian limestone over grey marl; and Liassic marly limestone. The grapes are lightly crushed before pressing, and fermentation is in foudres and barrels. One-third of the crop macerates with the skins for one night before being pressed. Aged in 500-litre barrels with 2% new oak for just over half of the crop. The balance is in foudre and vats.

You can expect lively lemon aromas married with green apples, pear & a little touch of florally and nuttiness. En bouche, a racy attack with mineral tension, exciting texture and lovely freshness, with a long, dry pure and clean finish.