Domaine Didier Dagueneau - Vin de France - Pur Sang - Blanc - 2018

Wine:

Magnificent in power and vitality, the 2018 Vin de France Blanc Pur Sang showcases a richly flavorful profile. Designed for aging, it blends fine mineral bitters with a structure that is both rich and finely crafted, promising excellent future development. Rated 94/100 by RVF.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested, fermented in wood, then aged in ovoid barrels for 12 months, then in vats for a further 12 months.

Color:

Bright light gold.

Nose:

Concentrated Sauvignon Blanc, freshness, tension, purity, notes of wisteria, very well-integrated oak. The minerality digests the ageing.

Palate:

Lively and full-bodied with fresh fruity notes, this wine reveals a powerful character and delicate freshness. A great wine.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Langoustine tempura, roasted turbot, curried sweetbreads, goat cheeses such as the famous Crottin de Chavignol.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Domaine Didier Dagueneau is a towering figure in the worlds of Loire Valley and Jurançon wines, setting the standard for connoisseurs everywhere. Renowned for its exceptional fruit, radiant freshness, and profound persistence, the wines leave an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to taste them. Nearly impossible for individual buyers to procure and typically reserved for prestigious restaurants, these cuvées are often traded discreetly, accessible only to a select few.

An article featured in our magazine detailed this extraordinary success: prolonged lees aging is foundational in their pursuit of the grape’s crystalline expression, further refined by precise barrel aging in 320-liter "cigar" or 600-liter "tonne" barrels. Under the guidance of Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau, who has led the estate for over a decade, the domaine continues its tradition of artisanal excellence, a legacy begun by his father.