Jamain Reuilly Pinot Gris

The Wine... The Jamain white is from outer space, a Pinot Gris from a place in the eastern Loire where nobody grows grapes anymore, or almost nobody. This wine is utterly enjoyable, and at the same time it does not pander or lose the plot at all.  

The Estate... Denis Jamain's grandfather planted vines here. His 15 hectares are a significant holding in terms of Reuilly: less than 200 hectares are planted within the boundaries of this appellation. Jamain farms in accordance to the minimal-impact sustainable principles espoused by the lutte raisonee movement for monitored sustainability in agriculture. The wine tastes very much like the authentic article to me, a great example of the lively herby and slightly spicy character Pinot takes on in the cool eastern Loire.

The Region... The wine region we call the Loire comprises a number of geographically unique areas connected by an amazing river by the same name. The Loire Valley is notably diverse and beautiful. It combines a natural landscape with a fine architectural heritage of many chateaux, churches, and monasteries. There are also the historic towns and villages important during the Renaissance and relevant today as contributors to the development of modern culture in Europe. In this region of France, there’s a history of interaction between humans and their environment, and it is reflected in the character of the wines.