# Petit F’ Pouilly-Fumé (2023)

- **Producer:** Domaine Michel Redde et Fils
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** Loire, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, grapefruit, gooseberry

## About this wine

The Michel Redde Petit F’ Pouilly-Fumé 2023 is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Pouilly-Fumé appellation in France's Loire Valley. Produced by Vignobles FBV (Domaine Michel Redde et Fils), a family estate with a long winemaking tradition, the wine benefits from the region's distinctive terroir, characterized by Kimmeridgian marl and flint soils. This appellation, established in 1937, is known for producing wines that express a unique minerality and flinty character.

## Interesting facts

- Pouilly-Fumé AOC was established in 1937.
- The region's soils are rich in Kimmeridgian marl, similar to Chablis.
- The name 'Pouilly-Fumé' translates to 'smoky Pouilly'.
- Domaine Michel Redde et Fils has a winemaking history dating back to at least 1630.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and minerality cut through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its citrus notes complement lemony preparations. Herbal undertones in the wine can echo fresh herbs used in dishes.

## Wine making process

The Michel Redde Petit F’ Pouilly-Fumé is produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Alcoholic fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures between 16-20°C. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes maturation for 6 to 12 months on fine lees, either in stainless steel tanks, tuns, or half tuns. The estate employs manual harvesting and adheres to sustainable and biodynamic farming practices.