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Domaine Didier Dagueneau - XXI 2021 - Vin de France

Loire • French wine • White

$1,677.00 tax included
$1,677.00 tax included
$1,677.00 / unit
Packaging : 1 x 75cl - Cardboard box

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91pts VINOUS

" This is indeed a Sauvignon Blanc with its aromas of green bell pepper and mint. The body is light and the texture silky. The 2021 offers a lovely texture and pastry-like characteristics ." Rebecca Gibb

Dagueneau's wines took the market by storm when they were released, and they remain a benchmark for Pouilly Fumé.

In 2021, the estate lost approximately 60% of the harvest, with XXI being the only wine produced by Dagueneau that year.

Domaine Didier Dagueneau , located in Saint-Andelain in the Loire Valley wine region, has established itself as one of the most iconic producers of Pouilly-Fumé. This family estate, a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture, is renowned worldwide for its wines of remarkable purity and precision. With meticulous care in both the vineyard and the cellar, the estate's wines express the full complexity of the Loire Valley terroir. The 2021 Cuvée XXI is a perfect example: a white wine with excellent aging potential, structured around a Sauvignon Blanc grape, ideal for fine dining and a must-have for any serious Loire Valley wine enthusiast.

Ratings

Ratings

  • Vinous 91/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

The 2021 Pouilly-Fumé XXI displays a brilliant robe with subtle green highlights. The nose, remarkably elegant, exudes delicate aromas of white flowers and ripe citrus. On the palate, the attack is lively, the structure taut and precise, carried by a remarkable freshness. The long, precise, and mineral finish underscores the perfect balance between tension and maturity. A wine that is both vibrant and complex, crafted for discerning palates.

Food & wine pairings

This wine will enhance a sea bream carpaccio, a creamy poultry dish with morels, or sushi.
Producer

Producer

The Domaine Didier Dagueneau vineyard lies on the finest slopes of Saint-Andelain, composed primarily of Kimmeridgian marl and flint. These soils, combined with meticulous biodynamic viticulture, yield grapes of rare concentration and exceptional aromatic purity. The 21st-century vineyards are sourced from rigorously selected plots, cultivated by hand, and harvested at perfect ripeness.

Owner and history

Today, Louis-Benjamin Dagueneau, Didier's son, carries on his father's work with the same exacting standards and passion. Trained in the terroir and guided by absolute rigor, he embodies the estate's new generation. His vision blends discreet innovation, humility, and a profound respect for all living things. Thanks to his commitment, the estate's wines continue to shine throughout the world as models of balance, purity, and terroir.

Vinification and aging

Winemaking at Dagueneau is carried out with absolute respect for each vintage. Fermentation takes place in barrels that have held several wines and demi-muids, with very precise work on the lees.
The 2021 vintage (Cuvée XXI) benefits from 12 months of aging, followed by a period of rest in tanks to harmonize the wine before bottling. This aging process allows for a refined, taut, and energetic expression of the Sauvignon Blanc.

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The team's opinion

This XXI 2021 embodies the purest expression of Loire Sauvignon Blanc, combining crystalline tension and aromatic depth, with remarkable elegance.

  • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

  • Climax 2024 à 2035

Wine profile

  • fruity
  • floral
  • complex