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Didier Dagueneau - Blanc ETC

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Didier Dagueneau’s son, Louis-Benjamin (whose name now appears on the label) is in charge of the Domaine that his recently deceased and much-lamented father brought to such notoriety. Benjamin Dagueneau, whose intense focus is obvious, has been working alongside his father for several years, and the crew here, one person each for the estate’s 11 hectares (27 acres), are no doubt exceptionally capable of carrying on. This Blanc Etc opens with bright lemon-yellow colour with golden highlights. The aromas are fine and delicate with notes of lemon zest, flint, lemon blossoms and pears. The wine is perfectly balanced between lively acidity and intense concentration in flavours on more candied notes than on the nose. Lots of sapidity around the white fruit. Very beautiful harmony between mineral and weft acid. Good persistence.

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About this wine

Didier Dagueneau is a renowned wine producer from the Loire Valley in France, known for his exceptional Blanc Fumé de Pouilly. The history of the estate dates back to the 17th century, when the Dagueneau family started growing grapes in the region. Didier Dagueneau took over the family business in the 1980s and revolutionized the production of Sauvignon Blanc in Pouilly-Fumé.

What sets Didier Dagueneau's Blanc Fumé de Pouilly apart is his meticulous attention to detail in every step of the winemaking process. He believed that the quality of the wine is determined by the quality of the grapes, and therefore, he focused on cultivating the best possible grapes in his vineyards. He used organic and biodynamic farming methods to ensure that the grapes were of the highest quality.

Once the grapes were harvested, Didier Dagueneau used a unique winemaking technique that involved fermenting the wine in oak barrels with natural yeasts. This gave the wine a distinct flavour profile that was unlike any other Sauvignon Blanc in the region. The wine was then aged in oak barrels for several months, which added complexity and depth to the wine.

The Blanc Fumé de Pouilly produced by Didier Dagueneau is a dry, crisp wine with a complex flavour profile. It has notes of citrus, grapefruit, and minerals, with a long, lingering finish. The wine is best enjoyed with seafood, poultry, or creamy cheeses.

Didier Dagueneau's Blanc Fumé de Pouilly has won numerous awards and accolades over the years, including a perfect score from wine critic Robert Parker. The wine is highly sought after by wine enthusiasts and collectors around the world.

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Producer

Didier Dagueneau

Didier Dagueneau was a Loire Valley winemaker who established his domaine in Pouilly-Fumé during the 1980s. Based in Saint-Andelain, the estate became known for producing Sauvignon Blanc wines from the Loire's most prestigious…

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Region

Loire

The Loire Valley stretches approximately 1,000 kilometers along France's longest river, from the Atlantic coast inland to the central highlands. This extensive wine region encompasses diverse terroirs across four main…

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Appellation

Vin de France

Vin De France is the broadest French classification for still wines that do not qualify for a more specific appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) or protected designation. Established in 2009 as part of the European wine…

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