Château de Fosse-Sèche : Panthalassa 2020

The uniqueness of a Loire white wine made from botrytised Chenin grapes and vinified as a dry white wine

The estate

Founded between 800 and 1000 AD by Benedictine monks, the Château de Fosse-Sèche estate was owned by the Church for several centuries. Passionate about wine and ecology, Guillaume Pire founded the estate in 1998, with the ambition of producing unique Loire wines that authentically express their terroir. Guillaume was joined by his twin brother, Adrien, in 2010.

The vineyard

Château de Fosse-Sèche watches over a 15-hectare vineyard, with a unique geology, which is farmed using organic and biodynamic practices. Composed of flint and iron oxide, these soils also benefit from a cool and windy exposure. Along with their wives, Guillaume and Adrien Pire are strongly committed to carrying out an environmentally friendly approach. Thus, one third of the land is dedicated to the cultivation of vines and the remaining two thirds to the preservation of biodiversity and nature. Thus, 30 hectares are entirely dedicated to the development of ecosystems.

Château de Fosse-Sèche is renowned for its unique Loire wines, which harmoniously combine precision, purity and power.

The wine

Panthalassa 2020 by Château de Fosse-Sèche is a unique Vin de France wine in that it is made exclusively from botrytised Chenin Blanc grapes, which are then vinified as a dry white wine.

The blend

Panthalassa 2020 by Château de Fosse-Sèche is a 100% Chenin Blanc.