2005 Pascal Jolivet Pouilly Fume
Vineyard: Pascal Jolivet
Price: $19.89- $25.99
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Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Style: White Wine
Region: France > Loire
Other Vintages: 2007 2006 2004 2003 1999 1996 1995 NV
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WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Grape Type: 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Vinification: Grapes come from 20 acres in 3 separate vineyards owned by Pascal Jolivet in the villages of Tracy, Les Girarmes, and St. Andelain; and additional sourcing from Les Loges. These constitute a large diversity of glacial soils, differing from village to village. Les Loges: very calcareous. Full, firm wines. Saint Andelain: clay-siliceous and siliceous. Provide fruit, bouquet. Tracy sur Loire: sandy and limestone base. Delicacy, aromatics. Vinificat...
Expert Reviews
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  • International Wine Cellar
    Light gold. Pungent, grassy aromas of grapefruit, lemon pith and resinous pine. A medium-bodied, chewy wine with fresh grapefruit, orange and mineral flavors. The dry finish features open-knit citrus and melon flavors tinged with subtle herb tones. Straightforward, tasty sauvignon blanc.
  • Wine.com
    Grape Type: 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Vinification: Grapes come from 20 acres in 3 separate vineyards owned by Pascal Jolivet in the villages of Tracy, Les Girarmes, and St. Andelain; and additional sourc...
  • Wine & Spirits
    Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine on 04/07
  • Wine Spectator
    Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for France-Loire: 94 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>