2023 Michel Redde Petit F
Tasting Notes
A vibrant and fresh expression of Sauvignon Blanc, offering a pure and lively character. In the glass, it shimmers with a pale straw-yellow color, flecked with green highlights, hinting at its youthful energy. The nose is aromatic and inviting, bursting with notes of crisp green apple, citrus zest, and freshly cut grass, layered with delicate hints of elderflower and a touch of flinty minerality. On the palate, the wine is bright and refreshing, with a precise balance of juicy acidity and subtle fruit concentration. Flavors of lime, grapefruit, and green pear are complemented by a saline streak that underscores its Pouilly Fume terroir. The finish is clean and persistent, leaving an impression of purity and elegance. This wine is perfect for early enjoyment.
About Michel Redde
Michel Redde et Fils is a celebrated family-owned winery nestled in the Pouilly-Fumé appellation of France's Loire Valley. Established in the early 1950s by Michel Redde, the estate spans 103 acres of vineyards across varying terroirs. Now led by Michel's grandsons, Sébastien and Romain Redde, the family continues its commitment to producing exceptional Sauvignon Blanc wines that capture the diversity and brilliance of the region's terroir.
One of the estate’s standout cuvées, "Barre à Mine," is a testament to their perseverance and passion. The vineyard landscape was so rocky that dynamite had to be used to reduce the size of the rocks to allow planting. The challenging conditions yielded remarkable results, producing Sauvignon Blanc with unparalleled minerality and complexity. These wines, reflecting the labor and vision of the Redde family, are celebrated as some of the finest expressions of Sauvignon Blanc in the world.
Winery: Michel Redde
Origin: Pouilly Fume, Loire Valley, France
Vintage: 2023
Wine Type: White Wine
Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Farming: Organic
Soil: Kimmeridgian marls with small oysters (Pouilly-sur-Loire), Albian Flint (Saint-Andelain), Portlandian limestone (Tracy-sur-Loire), Oxfordian limestone (St Martin-sur-Nohain)
Winemaker: Sebastien Redde
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 13%
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Bottles Per Case: 12
• 10-15-Year-Old Vines
• Manual Harvest
• Matured in Stainless Steel Tanks 6 Months on Fine Lees
• Fermentation between 61 and 64°F, to Preserve Primary Aromas as well as the Freshness of the Vintage
• Serve with dry ham, seafood, or goat cheese “Chavignol”
• Drink Now and within 2-3 Years