Description

The rugged and pristine region of Savoie was once a thriving destination for winemaking, though it is still home to a small and dedicated community of producers. One such producer is Domaine des Ardoisières, which farms a very steep vineyard called ‘Coteau de Cevins’ which had been abandoned for decades. It was painstakingly restored to its former glory in 1998 and is now referred to by some as the Romanée-Conti of Savoie. The Silice cuvée is made from old vine Jacquère sourced from neighbouring vineyards, which was fermented with wild yeasts and aged for nine months on lees. The palate is pristine and delicate, with white flowers, peach, and preserved lemon leading the way to a crushed stone minerality and mealy texture. This would pair fantastically with a variety of poultry dishes, as well as oysters and delicate white fish.