Sauvignon Sélection Val de Loire IGP 2021

Pale crystalline colour with green tints. Pleasant nose combining citrus fruits, flint, and blackcurrant buds. Assertive character, generous crunchy flavours, and roundness on the palate. A lovely focused, moreish Sauvignon, right up our street.

Excellent with seafood platter, vegetables salad, pan-fried salmon, and goat’s cheeses. Also, to be enjoyed on any occasion as an aperitif.

Best served at 10 - 13°C.

Founded in 1905, Domaine des Tilleuls is a family owned and operated winery dating back five generations. Today, Daniel, Evelyne, and their children Jérôme and Noémie Houssin, perpetuate this history and tradition through their shared passion for wine.

Located on the western side of the Loire Valley, near the Atlantic Ocean, the vineyard is spread over gentle rolling hills overlooking the village, on an exceptional terroir of schist-based soils, ideally suitable for growing vines. The grapes benefit from cool maritime influences and a long growing season providing a unique environment for all different grape varieties.

• Vegan - Independently Certified

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Nestled in the picturesque Loire Valley’s Muscadet region, Domaine des Tilleuls is a family-owned estate with more than a century of winemaking heritage. Founded in 1905 and in the hands of the current owners for over 40 years, the estate today manages 35 hectares of land, with 90% dedicated to vines.

Guided by the principles of sustainable agriculture and certified under France’s High Environmental Value (HEV) scheme, the vineyard is cultivated with a deep respect for the land. Each intervention in the vineyard is carefully tailored to the season’s climate, the condition of the soil, and the natural rhythms of the vine’s life cycle.

In keeping with their commitment to environmental stewardship, Domaine des Tilleuls balances traditional expertise with forward-looking sustainability practices. Soil health is monitored regularly, with improvements made through cover cropping, compost, and reduced tillage. While the use of synthetic inputs is kept moderate, the estate is actively exploring biological controls and alternative treatments to ensure healthier vines and a thriving ecosystem.

The wines of Domaine des Tilleuls are the product of a philosophy rooted in authenticity and place. The family takes pride in crafting Muscadet wines that express their terroir, upholding universal values of quality, dedication, and sharing. Every bottle tells a story - one of care, craftsmanship, and connection to the land.

With aspirations to expand their presence in markets across the globe, Domaine des Tilleuls remains committed to preserving its environmental legacy for future generations while elevating its reputation as a respected name in the region.

White | Still | 75cl | 12.5% ABV

Recognition: Vintage 2015 - Gilbert & Gaillard: 84pts | Vintage 2018 - Gilbert & Gaillard: 87pts, Wine Enthusiast: 86pts | Vintage 2019 - Gilbert & Gaillard: 86pts, Wine Enthusiast: 87pts | Vintage 2020 - Wine Enthusiast: 86pts | Vintage 2021 - Wine Enthusiast: 85pts

Cellaring: Drinking well now.

Vinification: Hand-picking is employed for certain vine plots, particularly those with older vines. Once the grapes are brought to the cellar, they undergo a gentle destemming process using pneumatic pressing to minimize oxidation and maceration. Natural decanting, lasting 12 to 18 hours, is utilized to clarify the musts. Alcoholic fermentation is initiated at low temperatures for some Muscadets, enhancing the extraction of their unique characteristics.

Following this, malolactic fermentation takes place from November to December, mainly for a portion of their Chardonnays. The wines are then aged on their fine lees, typically for eight months, but some are matured for an extended period of up to 18 months or more to develop greater body, substance, and complex aromas.