Menetou- 
Salon

La Charnivole is our only cuvée and the very quintessence of our personality.
 It is the fruit of careful, precise work and embodies the values of sharing which are so dear to us here at the domaine. Our vineyards are HVE level 3 certified and we are labelled ‘Vignerons Engagés’ (Sustainable Winegrowing) since spring 2022.
Vegan certified.

Resulting from a passion for geology, the Domaine’s first parcel was selected for its exceptional south facing exposure on the magnificent marl ridge of Saint Doulchard (145-155 metres in altitude) in a 0.36 hectare parcel in Pré de Chappes in Aubigny. These Sauvignon Blanc old vines have been perfectly maintained and give rise to ripe, rich and concentrated wines.

The Domaine continues to nurture its vines and each year plants a few extra acres in lieu-dit Les Chênes in Humbligny.

This careful parcel selection approach combining complementary terroirs is precisely what makes our domaine so unique.

The utmost care and attention is given to our vines in order to impart depth and complexity to our cuvée ‘La Charnivole’. The vines are grassed and mechanical hoeing is carried out beneath the row.
Leaf stripping in the northern and eastern sides of the row helps the grapes to reach optimum ripeness whilst enabling us to maintain optimum health conditions in the fruit.
Ripening is taken to the very limit in order to ensure highly concentrated grapes and a rich aromatic profile.
The Terres Blanches terroir is late to ripen and therefore requires a great deal of care so as to keep the leaves healthy.

After gentle extraction (less than 1.6 pressure bars) for 4 hours in a pneumatic press, the juices are then transferred to stainless steel vats and/or barrels ready for alcoholic fermentation. This lasts for 7 to 15 days in the cool temperatures of our cellars.

Interventions during fermentation are kept to a minimum and carried out under the watchful eye of our winemakers and in line with expert advice from the SICAVAC laboratory.

The ageing process is carefully controlled with frequent rackings which enable the wine florish to come into its own as the year progresses.
Frequent stirring nourishes and hones the wine ready for bottling the following summer.

After 10 months of bottle ageing, the wine starts to display a strong personality that pairs beautifully with white fish (cod in a peach sauce or grilled skate in a creamy sauce), cured local meats, terrines, a pork and pistachio ‘pâté en croute’ or a roasted veal shank in white wine.

Serving temperature 10-12°C
Ageing potential 2-10 years

Bright, clear hue with greenish glimmers. The nose opens up with mineral notes that gradually evolve to reveal aromas of exotic fruits. The tension and complexity soften after a few minutes in the glass to develop softer aromas imparted by the oak ageing. The palate discloses a medley of delicious sensations whilst the terroir stands its ground and brings a sensation of lightness to the aromatic profile. This wine has a controlled strength to it, a unique vibration that truly encapsulates Menetou Salon.