BONNEZEAUX
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Bonnezeaux vines are planted on a succession of three south-west facing slopes, La Montagne, Beauregard and Fesles. To the north we find a gently undulating plateau at around 90 metres above sea level, while the Layon river flows through at around 29 metres above sea level.
Climate
Mesoclimatic influences (a microclimate in which Mediterranean plant life thrives) help grapes reach extreme levels of ripeness and promote botrytis.
Soil type
St Georges sandstone schists with quartz and phthanite lodes
Varietals
Chenin
Sweet white
Annual Production*
1 600 hl
or around 213 300 bottles
Producers
40
Basic Yield
25 hl/ha
Conservation
8°C
10 years +
Decant young wines
At least 10 years, or up to a whole century for some of the great vintages
Food and Wine Parings
Menu
Deep golden yellow, developing copper-coloured reflections over time
Acacia, verbena, orange zest and candied fruit including apricot and quince. Also caramel, tropical fruit and spices.
Powerful, opulent and ample, balanced by a tang of liveliness
* Annual average over the last 5 years
