Grown on soils composed of unaltered hard spilite (volcanic rock) in the vast terroir of the Coteaux du Layon, the Litus cuvée reveals a complex and elegant nose, evoking notes of vine peach and pear, with distinct citrus and mineral nuances. Beautiful flavors of pear and spices on the palate, with roundness and structure, along with fine, elegant tannins... A beautifully crafted Anjou!
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Eye
a pale yellow dress with green highlights
Nose
Complex and elegant, with notes of vine peach and pear, along with distinct citrus and mineral undertones
Palate
beautiful notes of pear and spices, round and full-bodied, with fine, elegant tannins
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with river fish, white meats, asparagus...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated Estate (2015 Guide) Selected (An estate or winery that impressed us with one or more of its wines, though we are unable to offer a general assessment of the style of its entire range)
About the estate:
Éric Morgat, a native of Layon, produces a Savennières made from very low yields, harvested when ripe and aged in oak. On his organically farmed land, he sought roundness rather than the sharp character of Chenin. In recent vintages, we have seen a shift in style toward more straightforward wines; the 2010 vintage is a prime example of this pursuit of purity. The white Anjou, from a plot purchased in 2002 in the Pierre Bise area and planted in 2003 on spilite, yields a Litus cuvée full of tension.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2016 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, belong in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Born on the south bank, Eric Morgat is now firmly established in Savennières. He has built up a rare vineyard portfolio, situated on prized plots such as La Roche-aux-Moines and a splendid hillside replanted at La Pierre-Bécherelle. The harvest focuses on botrytis-free Chenin Blanc grapes, vinified in barrels (20% new), with partial malolactic fermentation. Starting in 2012, the Fidès cuvée replaced the Enclos, whose original plot has since expanded to include various terroirs that have been planted. The wines achieve a precision and intensity uncommon for Anjou, thanks to the constant questioning of this perfectionist winemaker, who never ceases to refine every detail in pursuit of improvement. At the pinnacle of Savennières, the estate earned its second star last year.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. OLIVIER D. Posted on 11/05/2022
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Review by YANN M. Published on October 4, 2015
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