History
Mr Hawkins left his job in the textile industry to follow his dream of becoming wine producer. The family is running a sustainable wine production with a ”hands-off” approach. The domaine is situated in Roanne between Paris and Lyon. This wine, Le 7, is named after the famous holiday route, le Nationale 7, which took led the Parisians down to the mediterranean ocean.
Wine production
The wine is made using the methode ancestral which means that the second fermentation takes place naturally in the bottle any additives. This is the method used to make Champagne.
Flavour profile
Le 7 has a fine mousse with aromas of crushed strawberries and raspberries. It is fresh on the palate and has a sweet ending. The wine has been served at Michelin star restaurant Noma.
PRODUCER
Domaine du Fontenay
REGION
France, Côte Roannaise
GRAPE VARIETY
Gamay Noir
VINTAGE
2010
ARTICLE CODE SYSTEMBOLGET
Private import – Order through the Systembolaget website: https://www.systembolaget.se/bestalla-drycker/privatimport/ and state Buteljholmen AB in the supplier field.
PRICE INCL. VAT
SEK 250,00