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Stories both great and small have contributed to the rarity and originality of this lovely little Touraine "scented garden".
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The vineyard
Geographical location: Between the Indre and Cher rivers to the south of Tours. |
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Surface area: 28 ha (70 acres).
History: The presence of the Noble-Joué vineyard was testified to in the court of King Louis 11th. It reached the peak of its renown in the 19th century, and applied for AOC recognition in 1939, but the start of the war caused the application to be forgotten. Partially destroyed and then gradually diminished by the process of urbanisation, the vineyard died away completely, until 1975 when it was brought back to life by a group of winegrowers. Today, it is successfully back in its rightful place on the tables of Tours. |
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The wine
Annual production: 1,700 hl
Basic yield: 55 hl/ha
Grape varieties: An original “grey” wine, the Noble-Joué is made of a subtle blend of three Pinot grapes. The Pinot Meunier gives body and strength, the Pinot Gris gives fruitiness and finesse, and the Pinot Noir provides roundness and length.
Tasting
Sensory characteristics: Very pale pink appearance with hints of grey or silver, hence its name “vin gris” (grey wine).
Nose: Hints of redcurrant, forest fruits and occasionally fruit candy or wild flowers.
Palate: Supple and fairly round on the palate, with the emphasis on a fresh finish.
Serving temperature: 6-8°C
Ageing potential: Best when drunk young. |
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