Nicolas Gaudry 2024 Traditionnel, Pouilly-Fumé 75 cl 12,5%

Along the Loire's northeasternmost vineyards, where limestone and flint mix in the soil, the Gaudry family has grown Sauvignon Blanc for six generations. Traditionnel 2024 is the appellation's answer to what Pouilly-Fume tastes like when kept simple and honest.

Expert's Description

Nicolas Gaudry 2024 Traditionnel Pouilly-Fume is a White Wine from the Loire Valley made from Sauvignon Blanc with an alcohol content of 12.5%. The estate is based in Tracy-sur-Loire, right in the heart of the Pouilly-Fume appellation, where the soil shifts between limestone, clay and the region's signature flint, which gives the wine its smoky minerality. The name Fume does not refer to smoking the grapes, but to the flinty character in the aroma. Nicolas Gaudry took over the family estate in 2003 and has since expanded it from 2 to around 30 hectares, farmed under HVE certification. Traditionnel is the house's entry cuvee, fermented in steel tanks to preserve the fruit's freshness and the soil's minerality.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Grapefruit, gooseberry and freshly cut grass, with a whiff of flinty smoke.

Palate

Taut and juicy on the palate, with cutting acidity, a hint of white peach and a distinct mineral finish reminiscent of wet stone.

Finish

The finish is dry and reasonably long, with a last touch of citrus peel.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a standard white wine glass. Decanting is not needed. The wine pairs beautifully with fresh oysters, goat cheese or a simple fish dish with citrus and herbs.

Specifications

Name: Traditionnel 2024
Producer/Winery: Nicolas Gaudry
Region/Country: Loire, France
Appellation/Classification: Pouilly-Fume AOC
Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2024
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 75 CL
Serving temperature: 8-10°C
Decanting recommended: No
Glass type: White wine glass

Flavour Profile

Mineral · Fresh · Crisp · Fruity

Did You Know?

Pouilly-Fume's name does not come from smoking at all, but from the bluish mist that often settles over the vineyards early in the morning - a phenomenon local winegrowers have called fumee for generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nicolas Gaudry Traditionnel 2024 Pouilly-Fume

What defines Nicolas Gaudry Traditionnel Pouilly-Fume?

It is a dry, mineral-driven white wine made from Sauvignon Blanc with a distinct flinty character and fresh citrus acidity, fermented in steel to keep the fruit pure.

What food pairs well with Pouilly-Fume?

The classic pairing is goat cheese, but the wine also works well with oysters, shellfish and fish dishes seasoned with herbs and citrus.

How long can the wine be aged?

Traditionnel is made to be drunk young and fresh, ideally within the first 2-3 years, while the fruit and minerality are at their peak.

What does the name Pouilly-Fume mean?

Fume means smoked in French, but it refers to the flinty, smoky aroma of the soil and grape - not any smoking process.

Who is Nicolas Gaudry?

Nicolas Gaudry took over the family estate in Tracy-sur-Loire in 2003 and represents the sixth generation of winegrowers there, with a focus on sustainable, HVE-certified farming.

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