2019 La Grapperie 'Aphrodite' VdF, Loire Valley, France M. Antonio de la Riva really showing off the potential

really showing off the potential for classic and serious sans-soufre stuff

The cherry notes on the nose are rich and warm

11 months in neutral barrique

Harvest and selection of the grapes by hand from the second half of September to mid-October depending on the vintage

2019 La Grapperie 'Aphrodite' VdF, Loire Valley, France M. Antonio de la Riva really showing off the potential100% Chenin Blanc from Renauds oldest Chenin vines, up to 100 years old on silex, clay, and limestone. The grapes are hand picked and then pressed straight to barrels where they spontaneously ferment and then age for about two years. Bottled without fining, filtration, or sulfur addition.