Pierre Ménard

Orion Alpha 2023

Anjou | Red | 2023

Pierre Ménard

Orion Alpha 2023

Anjou | Red | 2023

This wine, crafted from two Cabernet Franc parcels, exemplifies masterful winemaking. The grapes, harvested and destemmed by hand, undergo a gentle maceration of 21 days, promoting a controlled infusion of flavors. Pressing followed by aging in used barrels contributes to developing its unique character. The result is a balanced wine, where finesse and freshness harmoniously combine to offer a refined tasting experience.

Sale price26,50€ Regular price 24,00€

Shipping

Within 24 hours

Packaging

Anti-breakage

Returns

Within 14 days

Customer service response

Within 2 business hours

Country of origin, France

Region , Loire

Appellation, Anjou

Grape variety(s), Cabernet Franc

Certification,

Sweetness,

Winemaking, Barrel aging

Soil Type , Clayey

Alcohol content, 13.0 %

Sale price26,50€ Regular price 24,00€
Orion Alpha 2023
24,00 €26,50 €

How to appreciate this wine?

Food and wine pairing tips
  • Viandes blanches
Service tips

Serve at 16° to 18°

Guarding potential

5 to 10 years

Our opinion on the vintage

From the first sip, this wine reveals a captivating nose, mingling roasted red bell pepper and fresh blackcurrant, underpinned by mineral and iron notes. On the palate, it unfolds with surprising roundness and breadth, combining lightness and depth. The texture is silky, leaving a sensation of invigorating freshness that lingers through to the finish. This remarkably pure finish returns to an elegant blackcurrant, enhanced by a peppery touch and hints of sanguine, creating an aromatic profile that is both complex and approachable.

Illustration par défaut pour la collection Pierre Ménard

Pierre Ménard

Loire | France

A few rows of Chenin Blanc are all it takes to create a style. Ménard works with micro-parcels, with almost clockwork precision: millimeter-perfect ripening, delicate pressing, patient aging. The wines are straightforward, saline, and profoundly Anjou. In short: they are exquisitely crafted. An estate that has become a cult favorite among wine lovers.