Country
France
Region
Loire Valley
Vintage
2019
Score
92
A very typical cabernet franc with berry, walnut and some earth character. Medium body, light tannins and a fresh finish. Always vivid and clear. Delicious now.
2016 Château Soucherie Coteaux du Layon Exception
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| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (12%) |
| Drink window | 2023 - 2040 |
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Description
The climate in the Vallée du Layon is perfectly suited to the development of botrytus cinerea (noble rot). The cool, damp nights, morning dew and mist, alternating with warm, sunny afternoons ensure a controlled growth of these fungi. This results in beautiful sweet wines with a unique, complex character.
The grapes are harvested at different times, with only the perfectly ripe grapes being selected. After a soft pressing, a spontaneous fermentation takes place with the help of the natural yeasts, after which the wine matures for another 9 months in large oak barrels.
The Exception is a lush wine with ripe aromas of tropical fruit and fragrant blossom. Sweet and rich in taste, but never sluggish or tiring due to the lively acids. The finish is concentrated and complex, with a nice balance between sugars and acids.
About Château Soucherie
Château Soucherie owns 28 hectares of vineyards planted with Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. These are used to make Anjou Blanc, Rouge and Villages Rouge. The estate also has vineyards in Coteaux du Layon (including the premier cru Chaume) and in Savennières (Clos de Perrières). The château is currently still in the process of converting to fully organic viticulture, for which the house will receive official certification in 2022. Read more under the tab: Winery
WINE-FOOD SUGGESTIONS
Roasted pumpkin with goat cheese and honey
The soft sweetness of the pumpkin and the creaminess of the goat cheese complement the fruity and honeyed character of the wine.Chicken in coconut milk with lime and coriander
The creamy sauce and fresh herbs provide a nice balance with the lively acids and tropical fruit of the wine.Salad with mango, smoked chicken and mint
The sweet-smoky combination is refreshed by the wine, while the fruity profile of both blends nicely.Chicory with ham and cheese sauce from the oven
The bitterness of chicory, the saltiness of ham and the creaminess of cheese go perfectly with the fresh sweetness of the wine.Foie gras with brioche toast and candied figs
The creaminess of the foie gras and the sweet-fruity accent of figs match perfectly with the rich style of this Côteaux du Layon.Apple tarte tatin with vanilla cream
The caramelized apple and creamy topping enhance the peach and honey notes in the wine and are nicely freshened by the acidity.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Loire |
| Appellation | Coteaux du Layon |
| Winery | Chateau Soucherie |
| Grape | Chenin Blanc |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2040 |
| Alcohol % | 12 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| James Suckling rating | 92 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Professional Reviews
James Suckling
92
CHÂTEAU SOUCHERIE ANJOU 2019
Monday, February 7, 2022
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32ste Proefschrift Wijnconcours
Officiële verkiezing
Wijn van het Jaar 2020
www.proefschrift.nl
Amsterdam, november 2020
Jan G.T. van Lissum
Juryvoorzitter
Kyra van Lissum
Coördinator proeverijen
Winnaar Wijnspeciaalzaak
Prijscategorie € 15,01 t/m € 20,00 | Wit
Ivoire, Château Soucherie,
Anjou, Frankrijk 2018
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If you ever travel around the Loire, visiting Château Soucherie is an absolute must. The impressive château is located 25 kilometers southwest of Angers, just outside the village of Beaulieu sur Layon, beautifully situated among the vineyards. Not only is wine made on the domain, but there are also luxurious chambres d'hôtes and space to organize large meetings.
The château has a long history, but wine has only been made since 1952. That year, Château Soucherie came into the hands of a winemaker family, who quickly gained fame throughout the region with their wines. With the takeover by the Beguinot family in 2007, the house-made an enormous increase in quality. The cellars were renovated and equipped with modern winemaking equipment. The vineyards were also thoroughly tackled: chemical pesticides and fertilizers were replaced by natural products, and there was an increasing focus on quality and terroir expression in the wines. The talented winemaker Thibaud Boudignon is not a man of thick wines but of low yields and wines that let the terroir speak. This leads to very pure wines with a great degree of finesse, complexity, and length, very suitable for classic French cuisine!
Château Soucherie owns 28 hectares of vineyard on which Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc are planted. The Anjou Blanc, Rouge and Villages Rouge are made from this. In addition, the domain has vineyards in Coteaux du Layon (including the premier cru Chaume) and in Savennières (Clos de Perrières). Currently, the château is still in conversion to fully organic viticulture, for which the house will receive official certification in 2022.
The climate in the Vallée du Layon is perfectly suited to the development of botrytus cinerea (noble rot). The cool, damp nights, morning dew and mist, alternating with warm, sunny afternoons ensure a controlled growth of these fungi. This results in beautiful sweet wines with a unique, complex character.
The grapes are harvested at different times, with only the perfectly ripe grapes being selected. After a soft pressing, a spontaneous fermentation takes place with the help of the natural yeasts, after which the wine matures for another 9 months in large oak barrels.
The Exception is a lush wine with ripe aromas of tropical fruit and fragrant blossom. Sweet and rich in taste, but never sluggish or tiring due to the lively acids. The finish is concentrated and complex, with a nice balance between sugars and acids.
About Château Soucherie
Château Soucherie owns 28 hectares of vineyards planted with Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. These are used to make Anjou Blanc, Rouge and Villages Rouge. The estate also has vineyards in Coteaux du Layon (including the premier cru Chaume) and in Savennières (Clos de Perrières). The château is currently still in the process of converting to fully organic viticulture, for which the house will receive official certification in 2022. Read more under the tab: Winery
WINE-FOOD SUGGESTIONS
Roasted pumpkin with goat cheese and honey
The soft sweetness of the pumpkin and the creaminess of the goat cheese complement the fruity and honeyed character of the wine.Chicken in coconut milk with lime and coriander
The creamy sauce and fresh herbs provide a nice balance with the lively acids and tropical fruit of the wine.Salad with mango, smoked chicken and mint
The sweet-smoky combination is refreshed by the wine, while the fruity profile of both blends nicely.Chicory with ham and cheese sauce from the oven
The bitterness of chicory, the saltiness of ham and the creaminess of cheese go perfectly with the fresh sweetness of the wine.Foie gras with brioche toast and candied figs
The creaminess of the foie gras and the sweet-fruity accent of figs match perfectly with the rich style of this Côteaux du Layon.Apple tarte tatin with vanilla cream
The caramelized apple and creamy topping enhance the peach and honey notes in the wine and are nicely freshened by the acidity.
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Loire |
| Appellation | Coteaux du Layon |
| Winery | Chateau Soucherie |
| Grape | Chenin Blanc |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2040 |
| Alcohol % | 12 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| James Suckling rating | 92 |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Houtgerijpt, Strak, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
James Suckling
92
CHÂTEAU SOUCHERIE ANJOU 2019
Monday, February 7, 2022
Country
France
Region
Loire Valley
Vintage
2019
Score
92
A very typical cabernet franc with berry, walnut and some earth character. Medium body, light tannins and a fresh finish. Always vivid and clear. Delicious now.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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32ste Proefschrift Wijnconcours
Officiële verkiezing
Wijn van het Jaar 2020
www.proefschrift.nl
Amsterdam, november 2020
Jan G.T. van Lissum
Juryvoorzitter
Kyra van Lissum
Coördinator proeverijen
Winnaar Wijnspeciaalzaak
Prijscategorie € 15,01 t/m € 20,00 | Wit
Ivoire, Château Soucherie,
Anjou, Frankrijk 2018
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If you ever travel around the Loire, visiting Château Soucherie is an absolute must. The impressive château is located 25 kilometers southwest of Angers, just outside the village of Beaulieu sur Layon, beautifully situated among the vineyards. Not only is wine made on the domain, but there are also luxurious chambres d'hôtes and space to organize large meetings.
The château has a long history, but wine has only been made since 1952. That year, Château Soucherie came into the hands of a winemaker family, who quickly gained fame throughout the region with their wines. With the takeover by the Beguinot family in 2007, the house-made an enormous increase in quality. The cellars were renovated and equipped with modern winemaking equipment. The vineyards were also thoroughly tackled: chemical pesticides and fertilizers were replaced by natural products, and there was an increasing focus on quality and terroir expression in the wines. The talented winemaker Thibaud Boudignon is not a man of thick wines but of low yields and wines that let the terroir speak. This leads to very pure wines with a great degree of finesse, complexity, and length, very suitable for classic French cuisine!
Château Soucherie owns 28 hectares of vineyard on which Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc are planted. The Anjou Blanc, Rouge and Villages Rouge are made from this. In addition, the domain has vineyards in Coteaux du Layon (including the premier cru Chaume) and in Savennières (Clos de Perrières). Currently, the château is still in conversion to fully organic viticulture, for which the house will receive official certification in 2022.