L'Ecu Fides

France, Loire Valley
Bottle
Identity
Producer Domaine de l'Ecu
Vol 0.75
Grapes 100% Gewurztraminer
Color orange
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc Orange color
Aroma Exuberant iodized aromas, rose, sweet spices, litchis
Palate Frank, direct, and clear palate with lively expression
Finish Clean and crisp finish
Food Pairing Pairs well with seafood and spicy dishes
Aging Potential 5-6 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Natural Yes
Aging Process Macerated for 10 months, then aged for 9 months in amphora
Fermentation Natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts
Terroir
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Harvesting by hand, respecting the local ecosystem
Interesting facts
Domaine de l'Ecu has been a pioneer in organic viticulture since 1975 and biodynamic since 1998, producing natural wines with minimal intervention.