{"title":"Domaine les Menhirs","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qi6nus\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"61\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eLes Menhirs, Olivier Humeau Sculpting Chenin in Anjou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1l5b49v\" data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eSavennières and Anjou, a Winemaker Rooted in his Terroir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eBased in \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eAnjou\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eOlivier Humeau\u003c\/strong\u003e manages \u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"205\"\u003eDomaine Les Menhirs\u003c\/strong\u003e with an approach deeply connected to his land. Coming from a family of winemakers, he took over the family estate in the early 2000s and quickly chose to steer the work towards more respectful viticulture, in line with the natural balance of the Loire vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eThe estate spans typical Anjou terroirs, characterized by \u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eschists\u003c\/strong\u003e and well-draining soils that give \u003cstrong data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eChenin\u003c\/strong\u003e its tension and verticality. The vines are cultivated organically, with careful soil management and controlled yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"f57nf7\" data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eStraightforward, Precise, and Deeply Loire-Style Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eIn the cellar, fermentations are carried out with \u003cstrong data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e, without seeking any specific effect, in a logic of respecting the grape and the vintage. The aging process is carefully managed to preserve the balance between body and freshness, without masking the identity of the terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1401\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eOlivier Humeau's\u003c\/strong\u003e wines are distinguished by their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003estraightforwardness\u003c\/strong\u003e, their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003emineral energy\u003c\/strong\u003e, and their ability to express Chenin in a style that is both taut and accessible. These are wines that genuinely tell the story of Anjou, without artifice, and naturally find their place at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chenin-2021-magnum-domaine-les-menhirs","title":"Chenin 2021 Magnum - Domaine les Menhirs","description":"\u003cdiv data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾White Wine made by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-les-menhirs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eOlivier Humeau\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis 2021 Chenin expresses a straightforward and honest interpretation of the grape variety on the schist soils of the Loire. Winemaking prioritizes the purity of the juice, with natural fermentations and aging that respects the wine's energy. The palate is taut, saline, driven by fine acidity and a persistent finish. The magnum format brings even more serenity and depth, elegantly stretching the wine. A profound white, crafted for the table and for aging. Perfect with baked fish or roasted poultry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Chenin \u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2021\u003cbr\u003e⁒Alcohol content: 12°\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine les Menhirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56940336218487,"sku":"MENHIRSCH21MAG","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/f87928e796cefcb5a7cc676f00b47f05.png?v=1774619063"},{"product_id":"chenin-2021-domaine-les-menhirs","title":"Chenin 2021 - Domaine les Menhirs","description":"\u003cdiv data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾White Wine made by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-les-menhirs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eOlivier Humeau\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIn this classic format, the Chenin 2021 retains all its freshness and precision. From the same schist terroirs, it is vinified without seeking opulence, allowing the natural tension of the grape variety to express itself. The palate is straight, clean, with a beautiful mineral energy and a mouth-watering finish. A clear, serious Chenin, yet very accessible today. 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The winemaking is done in a natural spirit, with fermentations using indigenous yeasts and measured extraction to preserve the elegance of the grape variety. The 2020 vintage yields a mature but balanced wine, with a supple palate, fine tannins, and a beautiful length. The fruit remains clean, supported by a mineral framework that structures the whole without heaviness. To be enjoyed with a pork roast or a charcuterie board.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Cabernet Franc \u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2020\u003cbr\u003e⁒Alcohol content: 12°\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine les Menhirs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56940336677239,"sku":"MENHIRSCF20","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/faf56d8b8182d78cd076d6ec88412b45.png?v=1774619076"}],"url":"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/en-gb\/collections\/domaine-les-menhirs.oembed","provider":"Marée Haute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}