Domaine De Joy La Vie en Joy Sauvignon Blanc Cotes De Gascogne 2023

The 160-hectare estate is situated in the Northern Gers, where the vineyards have a south-facing orientation to maximise exposure to the sunlight. The vines have an average age of 25 and are planted 300 metres above sea level. The soils are clay-siliceous and silty; they are cool soils which contribute to the freshness of the resulting wines, with alcohol levels that rarely reach over 12.5%. The vineyards are farmed sustainably; the vine clippings are crushed and composted back into the soil. Copper is used in the vineyard, but the use of pesticides has always been kept to a minimum. The vineyard is now converted to organic status and is farmed according to organic principles. Harvesting occurs in the cool night, between 3 am and 10 am, to retain freshness and quality.