Domaine Pierre Marchand et Fils - Les Loges
Domaine Pierre Marchand et Fils dates back to 1650 and today covers 17 hectares of 25 year-old Sauvignon Blanc vines planted along the banks of the Loire River near the village of Les Loges, considered to be one of the finest sectors of the appellation. Under the direction of Eric Marchand and his brother, Pascal, the domaine practices minimal intervention farming as well as de-budding in the spring and green harvesting to control the yield, increasing the concentration and overall quality of the wine. Grown on soils comprised of Kimmeridgian marl, clay and flint, the grapes are fermented in neutral tank for maximum freshness and expression of the fruit and terroir. A well-balanced wine with an elegant and long finish punctuated with the distinctive notes of orchard fruits and flint from this iconic terroir, it pairs well with oysters, shellfish, and smoked fish, as well as lighter fare such as chicken, pork or a goat cheese salad.