2022 Herve Villemade Cheverny Blanc, Loire, France Luxardo including techniques on building a

including techniques on building a “flavor library

like in the Jura

natural composts

though without the trappings of oak

The two-decade-old vines grow on sandy

2022 Herve Villemade Cheverny Blanc, Loire, France Luxardo including techniques on building aGrapes: 70% Sauvignon Blanc 30% Chardonnay Farming: Organic (certified) Age of vines: 10 to 25 years old The grapes here come from the estate's youngest vines and are a mix of the three terroirs Herv cultivates: sand and flint, clay and silex and deep silt. Winemaking: Direct press and cold racking of the gross lees for 18 to 24 hours. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and concrete vats. After malolactic fermentation, a racking is performed and 1