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Region
France
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Soil
Clay, limestone
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The vineyard
old vines on the Apremont AOP
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Altitude
~400m
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The cellar
Vessel
Stainless
Elevage
Age 18 months on its lees.
Lébraz is a single vineyard white wine from the Jacquère grape, from a plot situated above the lake Saint-André. It could be designated as Apremont, but Thomas prefers to keep it simply as Vin de Savoie as it’s profile differs from the classic Apremont. The soil of the plot as well as a long vinification on its lees makes it a very special white wine with a lot of tension and minerality.
Lébraz is a single vineyard white wine from the Jacquère grape, from a plot situated above the lake Saint-André. It could be designated as Apremont, but Thomas prefers to keep it simply as Vin de Savoie as it’s profile differs from the classic Apremont. The soil of the plot as well as a long vinification on its lees makes it a very special white wine with a lot of tension and minerality.
About Domaine Blard et Fils
Jean-Noël and Thomas Blard (father and son) have been taking their five-generation family domain to an upswing in the last twenty years , while also moving to organic and natural practices . They are making fantastic wines in the Apremont region in Savoie , in the French Alps . Along with a few other winemakers from the area , they are helping promote the potential and intrigue of Savoie . Their lineup is wide , and spans across many grapes and styles but they definitely excel with the Jacquère and Altesse grapes , which are favorites in the area . Thomas , who is in charge now , really elevated the white wines made from these varieties to the next level , way above the cheesy “ski ...