Domaine Lupin Frangy 2020

This is a dry white wine made from the Altesse grape variety, locally known as Roussette. Frangy, one of the best crus in Savoie, the soils here are argillaceous limestone and glacial moraines and the exposure of the vines is south facing. As with many of the vineyards in this region the viticulture is lutte raisonnée - minimal use of chemicals, low yields, and hand harvested. In the winery some skin contact is allowed for richness of aroma, followed by a natural settling of the must, and lees contact. The flavours are reminiscent of pear, gingerbread, spice and honey with a touch of nougat and the mouthfeel is soft and mellow.