Complices de Loire Vouvray ‘Pointe de Silex’ 2020

A clear color, aromas of white flowers and citrus fruits dominate this bottle. The mouth is full and mineral for immediate pleasure.
Enjoy as an aperitif and with shellfish, fish and cheese.

Type: White Wine
Style: Crisp, Mineral-driven
Grape Varietal: Chenin Blanc
Tastes Like: Comparable to a dry Riesling, with notes of green apple, quince, and flinty minerality.
Alcohol Percentage: 13%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Loire Valley, France
Terroir: Flint and limestone soils
Aging: Stainless steel to maintain freshness
Serving Temperature: 8-10°C

Complices de Loire is a biodynamic estate focused on crafting expressive wines that capture the unique terroirs of the Loire Valley. This Vouvray highlights the elegance and complexity of Chenin Blanc.

Seafood: Oysters, scallops, or grilled prawns.
Poultry: Lemon and herb-roasted chicken.
Vegetarian: Creamy mushroom risotto or roasted asparagus.
Meat: Pork chops with apple glaze.

Goat Cheese: Tangy and fresh, complementing the wine's minerality.
Camembert: Soft and creamy, balancing the wine's crisp acidity.
Gruyere: Nutty and savoury, enhancing the wine's fruit notes.
Manchego: Firm and mild, pairing well with the wine's elegance.

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup white wine
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add rice and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in white wine and stir until absorbed.
3. Gradually add stock, one ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed before adding more.
4. In a separate pan, sauté mushrooms in butter and set aside.
5. Once the rice is creamy and tender, stir in mushrooms, Parmesan, and season with salt and pepper.

Tip: Serve with Complices de Loire Vouvray for a harmonious pairing.