Pouilly-Fumé Joseph Mellot Le Tronsec

Joseph Mellot's Le Troncsec Pouilly Fumé is a white wine from the Loire Valley, crafted from an exceptional terroir with the Sauvignon Blanc grape, offering beautiful minerality, a lively palate, and intense aromas of yellow fruits and citrus.

Origin and Terroir
Estate: Joseph Mellot, a historic Sancerre vineyard founded in 1513, ISO 14001 certified and committed to sustainable and reasoned viticulture 
Area: The Le Troncsec vineyard covers approximately 9.5 hectares 
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc, the classic grape of Pouilly Fumé 
Terroir: Chalky and flinty soils that bring a characteristic minerality and liveliness to the wine 

Vinification and Aging
Harvest: Early October 
Vinification: Destemmed, fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and fruity aromas 
Aging: Aged in tanks, without barrel aging to preserve aromatic purity 

Organoleptic Characteristics
Appearance: Pale yellow with green highlights 
Nose: Intense, marked by notes of citrus (orange, mandarin, grapefruit), yellow fruits (peach, mirabelle plum), and a touch of minerality 
Palate: Soft start, with a beautiful acidity balanced by a final salinity, marked tension, and a pleasant length 

Presence of power and richness that allow the wine to be structured with finesse 

Tasting Recommendations
Serving temperature: Between 8 and 12°C, depending on the vintage and preference between freshness and the enhancement of aromas 
Recommended timing: To drink within 3 to 5 years after harvest, ideally the 2019 between 2020 and 2023 

Food & Wine Pairings
Excellent harmony with seafood, oysters, and shellfish thanks to its minerality 

Poultry dishes with citrus, blanquette de veau, and regional cheeses such as Crottin de Chavignol 

Can also accompany fine charcuterie or lightly spiced dishes to balance the tension of the wine 

Production & Awards
The 2019 vintage was produced in approximately 77,000 bottles and received a "one star" rating in the Guide Hachette des Vins, highlighting its successful quality 

Sustainable Commitment
Domaine Joseph Mellot practices reasoned agriculture taking care of the environment and health, with environmental certification at the level 

This wine offers a beautiful example of the pure expression of Sauvignon Blanc on the terroirs of Pouilly Fumé, combining freshness, complexity, and minerality, perfect for lovers in search of a great, versatile, and elegant Loire white wine.