Domaine Moreux's Pouilly-Fume 'Corty Artisan' Caillottes is a truly distinctive expression of the Loire Valley's famed Sauvignon Blanc. Crafted by Arnaud and Julien Moreux, 14th-generation winemakers whose family story traces back to 1677, this wine is born from sustainably cultivated vineyards perched on the high plateau of Les Loges, overlooking the majestic Loire River. The vines are rooted in classic "caillottes" soils and are tended with a deep respect for nature, using only organic fertilisers when necessary and embracing traditional, low-intervention practices. Fermentation is spontaneous, guided by natural yeasts from the grapes, and the wine ages in a mix of new oak barrels and stainless steel, ensuring both depth and purity. The result is a wine that seamlessly balances terroir-driven complexity, minerality, and elegance with a philosophy devoted to authenticity and sustainability.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
A luminous pale straw colour with glints of green, reflecting the wine's freshness and vibrant character.
Nose:
The aromatic profile bursts with marine intensity, unveiling layers of fresh nettle, grapefruit zest, and crushed lime leaf. Subtle hints of dried orange, wakame seaweed, and dunegrass evoke a coastal breeze, adding a tantalising complexity that speaks of its unique terroir.
Palate:
On the palate, this Pouilly-Fume reveals a wave of citrus and mineral notes, reminiscent of sea-glass and pebbles kissed by the ocean. Flavours of grapefruit and lime intertwine with fresh herbal nuances and a gentle note of clay-earth, delivering a firm, textural density that is the hallmark of great Sauvignon Blanc. The wine remains impressively complex and balanced whether served chilled or at room temperature, with every sip revealing more depth and detail.
Finish:
The finish is mouthwatering and saline, leaving a lingering impression of bright citrus, green herbs, and subtle sea salt. Elegantly layered and endlessly captivating, this Pouilly-Fume is a testament to the timeless craftsmanship and passion of Domaine Moreux, and offers irresistible drinking pleasure now or after some cellaring.
