Pascal Jolivet Pouilly Fume 2024 (1x75cl)

The 2024 Pouilly Fumé from Pascal Jolivet represents a quintessential expression of Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley's esteemed appellation. Situated on the right bank of the Loire River, the vineyards of Pouilly Fumé are renowned for their diverse soils, including Kimmeridgian marl, Portlandian limestone, and the distinctive silex (flint) that imparts the appellation's characteristic 'fumé' or smoky mineral note.

Pascal Jolivet is celebrated for a winemaking philosophy centred on purity and minimal intervention. Grapes are typically harvested at optimal ripeness, followed by fermentation with natural yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. This approach, eschewing malolactic fermentation and oak ageing, ensures the pristine character of the fruit and the nuanced expression of its terroir are preserved. The 2024 vintage, bottled early, promises a vibrant and immediate profile, showcasing the youthful vigour and inherent elegance of Pouilly Fumé.

Tasting notes

The 2024 Pascal Jolivet Pouilly Fumé presents a luminous pale gold in the glass. The nose is immediately expressive, offering a precise aromatic spectrum of fresh citrus, particularly grapefruit and lime zest, intertwined with green apple, gooseberry, and a distinctive underlying flinty minerality. On the palate, it is remarkably crisp and invigorating, driven by a vibrant acidity that carries through to a long, clean finish. Notes of white peach and a subtle herbaceousness complement the pronounced mineral core, culminating in a wine of exceptional purity and refreshing character. Best enjoyed young to appreciate its primary fruit and mineral tension, it pairs exquisitely with fresh seafood, oysters, or classic Loire Valley goat cheese.