Pouilly-Fumé

Pouilly-Fumé AOP

The POUILLY FUMÉ’s complexity originates from the various Pouilly-Fumé Terroirs.

Like nowhere in the world, the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety reveals its full potential thanks to the diverse terroirs of Pouilly. Thanks to a rigorous work in the vineyard and the winery, J. de Villebois encapsulates the spirit of the Pouilly-Fumé appellation.

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VINEYARD

The sauvignon blanc grapes are grown on the main Pouilly Fumé terroirs : Villiers and Barrois Limestones, Marls with oyster shells, Clayey-flint soils.

WINEMAKING

The grapes are quickly transported to the winery to minimize skin contact before gentle pressing into a pneumatic press. The grape juices are fermented traditionally in stainless steel tanks during 7 to 15 days.

AGEING


The newly made wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks during at least 6 months. It is then blended and bottled in the spring following the harvest.

FOOD PAIRING

Delicious on its own or as an apéritif. Goes very well with oysters and lobster, rich seafood dishes and goatcheeses (Crottin de Chavignol, Sainte Maure de Touraine).

Tasting notes

COLOR

Yellow-green pale color.

NOSE

Un nez subtil dominé par des notes fumées et de fruits mûrs. Une bouche généreuse portée par les arômes d’ananas confit, de pêche de vigne et de mangue. Une acidité onctueuse révélant les sensations inimitables de « pierre à fusil » propres aux terroirs de Pouilly.

PALATE

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Notes & awards

Date Vintage Publication Note
Sep. 2022 2021 Jewish Standard Consult
Sep. 2020 2018 Washington Wine Blog 91
Sep. 2020 2019 Decanter 91 / Argent Consult
Oct. 2020 2019 Asia Wine Trophy Or Consult
May. 2020 2019 James Suckling 92
May. 2018 2017 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles Or Consult
May. 2016 2015 Decanter Wine Awards London Or
Mar. 2022 2021 Mundus Vini Silver
Mar. 2019 2018 Concours mondial du Sauvignon Argent Consult
Jun. 2020 2019 Concours Prix Plaisir Bettane & Desseauve Or Consult
Jun. 2016 2015 International Wine and Spirit Competition Argent
Jun. 2016 2015 International Wine Challenge London Argent
Jul. 2021 2020 Wine Enthusiast 91 pts
Feb. 2021 2018 Restaurant Wine – by Ronn Wiegand MW 5 Stars
Feb. 2021 2019 Blue Lifestyle 93
Feb. 2021 2019 Wine Review Online 93
Feb. 2020 2018 Blue Lifestyle 92
Aug. 2022 2021 James Suckling 91pts
Mar. 2023 2022 Berliner Wine Trophy Gold Consult
Jun. 2023 2022 Decanter World Wine Award 2023 bronze Consult
May. 2024 2023 International Wine Challenge Consult
Jun. 2024 2023 Decanter World Wine Awards
Jul. 2024 2022 Wine Spectator 90 pts
Jul. 2024 2022 Wine Spectator Consult
Sep. 2024 2023 Villa d’Arte Consult
Sep. 2024 2023 James Suckling 91 pts/ A well-composed, balanced and juicy white. On the nose aromas of fresh apples, dried quince peel and warm spices. Medium-bodied with a mellow character. Delicate fruit with a vivid and juicy finish. Drink now.

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