From Domaine du Bouchot in France's Pouilly-Fumé appellation, the Caillottes 2022 is a refined 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced from four parcels—Les Papillons, Les Petits Papillons, Les Chantalouettes, and Vaurigny—totaling 1.68 hectares on thin limestone caillottes over Portlandian marl soils at 190 meters elevation, with vines averaging 35-40 years old. Hand-harvested from mid-September in the balanced 2022 vintage, grapes undergo pressing without SO2, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and aging in stainless steel tanks with minimal 4 g/L SO2 added, including fining and filtration for purity. Certified biodynamic since 2009 under winemaker Antoine Gouffier, this production yields a pale straw wine with green highlights and remarkable vibrancy.
Tasting Notes An elegant, mineral-driven white with vibrant citrus and flinty tension, reflecting Pouilly-Fumé's calcareous terroir. The nose reveals passion fruit, clementine, and gunflint, with hints of white flowers and wet stone. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and poised, with bright acidity, silky texture, and flavors of citrus pith, green apple, and chalky minerality, leading to a long, zesty finish.
Awards and Accolades The 2022 Caillottes earned 92 points from James Suckling for its fresh citrus, creamy mouthfeel, and vibrant minerality.
Serving and Cellaring Serve at 10-12°C with 20-30 minutes of chilling to accentuate aromas. Ideal as an aperitif or paired with oysters, goat cheese, or herb-infused seafood. Enjoy now through 2032, during which it will develop subtle honeyed and herbal nuances.
Technical Details
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Residual Sugar: <2 g/L
Closure: Cork
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