Pinon Damien

Vouvray - France

Philosophy

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Damien and Ingrid Pinon are both one team as well as winemakers as in daily life. Among them, the domain was completely modernized and given a contemporary style. The vineyards are 100% Chenin Blanc planted for both foam and still wines and have been organically farmed for over 10 years. This includes avoiding chemical fertilizers and sprays, plowing natural vegetation between the rows to promote the balance of the local flora and fauna, etc. However, this organic method has never been endorsed with a certified label. Since 2020, work has also been done on this and an official certificate is pending. One of the great assets of Vouvray is the rather unique subsoil of a specific type of limestone and millennia-old remains of crustaceans called Tuffeau. This geological layer dates back to Turoon, so named because this geological timeline is most visible near the city of Tours. It guarantees one of the best expressions of Chenin anywhere in the world. The beautiful cellar of the domain, where the wines ferment and mature, was completely hewn from this lime layer.

Terroir

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60-70 year old vines on a terroir of calcareous and clay soils with a substrate of limestone rocks dating from the Turoon. This era is named after a specific limestone that refers to a particular geological timeline. The French city of Tours is also derived from this name, where the geological layers "Tuffeau" are most prominent.

Wines

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Discover these astonishing wines:

Pinon Pinon Damien Le Brut Vouvray - Chenin Blanc: Clear light yellow color and wonderfully fine pearl. Complex aroma with notes of white flowers and pear. Lively and fresh mouthfeel, rich and broad taste. Nice long and persistant final challenging the palate, teasing for more.

Pinon Tuffo - 100% Chenin Blanc - Conversation Bio Vouvray Sec: Light yellow color. Vibrant aromas of ripe white fruit such as ripe pear, lychee and a hint of white flowers. Fruity but nicely structured and elegant style. Full, round and balanced experience. Tasty, long finish that confirms the previous impressions giving a great sense of finesse.

Pinon Clos Tenau - 100% Chenin Blanc - Fermentation en foudre Vouvray Sec: Pale, yellow color. Expressive nose with aromas of ripe pear and white blossom. Gastronomic style with great taste and a balanced character. Full and round mouthfeel supported by a nice fresh and mineral undertone. The finish is long, clean and with great finesse.