'Le Petit Buisson' Clos du Tue Boeuf 2024
Artisanal"Le Petit Buisson" by Clos du Tue Boeuf is a white from the central-northern Loire, in the Touraine area. It is an artisanal product that originates from a harsh land, and the work of the winery produces whites of great character like this one. Youthful aromas of green apple and jasmine accompany the typical scents of the Loire, green notes and flint. On the palate, it is fresh, savory, and mineral, the typical and territorial sip of this corner of France. An excellent wine to pair with intense soft cheeses or exquisite shellfish and mollusks.
“Le Petit Buisson” by Clos du Tue Boeuf is a fragrant, intense, and fresh white wine that transparently expresses the typical character of Touraine wines, one of the most famous terroirs in the Loire Valley. It is produced with pure Sauvignon Blanc, which, thanks to a winemaking process that also involves the use of wood, expresses a rich aromatic complexity and a remarkable taste breadth, always well balanced by a clear mineral freshness. An elegant and refined white, perfect to pair with seafood pasta dishes, shellfish, or a platter of soft goat cheeses.
“Le Petit Buisson” originates from a historic estate in the area. The origins of Clos du Tue Boeuf date back to the Medieval era and still today it represents a solid reference point for those wishing to discover the best excellences of the Touraine region. The property includes parcels located in different areas of Montils, Cheverny, and Monthou-sur-Bièvre. All vineyards are managed according to the principles of organic farming, respecting the environment. The the cuvée is made with Sauvignon Blanc grapes from vineyards that are about 35 years old, located in an area particularly suited for the presence of precious soils rich in gypsum and silica, ideal for white grape varieties. Once the harvest is completed, the bunches are gently pressed, and the must ferments spontaneously using only indigenous yeasts. Before bottling, the wine matures for 6 months in oak barrels,
“Le Petit Buisson” by Clos du Tue Boeuf is a rich and intense version of Sauvignon Blanc from the central Loire Valley. An elegant white that highlights the indissoluble bond between the grape variety and the terroir. In appearance, it presents a straw yellow color with bright reflections. The olfactory profile recalls aromas of white-fleshed fruit, green apple, peach, cantaloupe, citrus hints, and herbal notes of medicinal herbs. Clear and fragrant, it presents itself on the palate with creamy and rich aromas, crossed by a distinct savory trail and lively freshness.