Domaine de Bel Air Pouilly Fume 2024 (Loire Valley, France)

The Pouilly Fumé appellation takes its name from both the main village of the area, Pouilly Sur Loire, and the main grape variety, Blanc Fumé, the local name for Sauvignon Blanc. It’s called Blanc Fumé because in these vineyards the Sauvignon Blanc grapes develop a grey color once mature (fumé means 'smoked' in French). Domaine de Bel Air is a family estate that dates back to the 19th century. Now run by Gérard Mauroy and his two children, they are the eighth generation to oversee the domaine! Together they farm their 12 hectares according to the principles of ‘lutte raisonnée’ or minimal intervention. This wine has a lovely nose full of notes fresh, lively citrus and  fresh cut grass. The lean, mineral palate is beautifully balanced by crisp acidity and good fruit with notes of bright lemon, flint, and ripe pear. Alcohol:  13%