Domaine Jean-Marc Biet is a 19 hectare property located in the village of Seigy, which is situated on the southern hillsides of the Cher tributary of the Loire River. Family owned for 4 generations, the estate is farmed sustainably and has followed the strict regulations of the Terra Vitis Association since 2000.
The vines are planted on south and southeast facing slopes, ranging in age up to 60 years. Grass cover crops are planted throughout in order to preserve the natural biodiversity of the flora and fauna, as well as the soil’s microbial life.
Country
France
Region
Pays de la Loire
Appellation(s)
Touraine A.O.C.
Farming
Terra Vitis/Sustainable Farming
Website
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Wine
Grapes
Sauvignon Blanc
Soil
Tuffeau and gravel
Viticulture
Terra Vitis/Sustainable
Viniculture
Some pre-fermentation skin maceration. Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks
Wine
Grapes
Côt
Soil
Tuffeau and gravel
Viticulture
Terra Vitis/Sustainable
Viniculture
Cold pre-fermentation maceration, followed by a short fermentation on the skins. The wine spends 11 months in tanks prior to bottling.