Pouilly-Fumé, originating from the eastern side of France's Loire Valley, stands as a testament to the elegance and complexity that Sauvignon Blanc can achieve. The appellation's name, "Fumé," which translates to "smoky," alludes to the characteristic gunflint aroma that these wines often exhibit. This unique aroma is attributed to the silex (flint) soils that dominate the region.
The wine's vibrant acidity is beautifully balanced with flavors of green apple, citrus, and sometimes even hints of passionfruit. With its bright, pale gold hue, Pouilly-Fumé offers a visual treat that matches its aromatic and flavorful allure. This wine's aging potential, often enhanced by its minerality, means it can be enjoyed fresh or allowed to develop more nuanced flavors over time. Often considered a benchmark for Sauvignon Blanc globally, Pouilly-Fumé has garnered appreciation from connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike, symbolizing the epitome of Loire Valley winemaking.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
Delivery Times
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Quality Guarantee
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
Sending a Gift
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.
We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.