The Black Fief - The Deep Soul 2021
Domaine du Fief Noir (formerly Domaine des Chesnaies) is located in Saint-Lambert du Lattay, in Anjou in the Loire Valley. Since 2014, it has belonged to two friends: Alexis Soulas and Dominique Sirot . The vineyard extends over 30 hectares in the heart of Anjou Noir, whose terroir is composed of schist. The estate is managed in certified organic agriculture .
L'Âme de Fond is made from Chenin Blanc whose vine is approximately 45 years old. After the manual harvest, the harvest is put into direct pressing and fermentation takes place in vats. Malolactic conversion is not stopped. The wine is aged for 12 months in barrels (2/3) and jars (1/3) .
Grape variety: 100% Chenin Blanc