La Piffaudiere Sauvignon 2023 - Loire Valley, France

This vibrant, organic white wine comes from the heart of the Loire Valley, specifically the Touraine region, the home of expressive Sauvignon Blanc. The area is defined by its cool climate and unique flint and clay soils, which impart a signature minerality and freshness to the grapes. Producer Olivier Bellanger at La Piffaudière works with minimal intervention, focusing intensely on revealing the pure expression of the terroir. His commitment to organic viticulture and natural winemaking results in a wine that is clean, crisp, and beautifully pure. Rob personally selected this producer, finding that this bottling offered the perfect balance of classic Sauvignon grassiness and lively, citrus-driven acidity.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of fresh grapefruit, lime zest, gooseberry and a slight herbaceous lift. The palate is bone dry and zesty, marked by high, invigorating acidity and a clean, flinty minerality. Pure and exceptionally refreshing finish.

Food Pairing: Classic pairings include goats cheese (especially Crottin de Chavignol), asparagus, shellfish such as mussels or razor clams, and Vietnamese cuisine.