Laïka 2023 White wine and half is always held

and half is always held back as reserve

or aged soft cheese

This is a white made in that spirit

Marius Bielle’s Vin de France expression skips convention: the wine is light-to-medium on its feet

Wilfried Crochet uses it here in the simplest possible way: whole clusters

Laïka 2023 White wine and half is always heldA finely tuned Sauvignon Blanc that balances generosity with laser like precision. The palate opens with gentle weight and a silky texture, then tightens through a line of chalky tension. Flavours of ripe pear, quince, and chamomile unfold gradually, carried by subtle phenolic grip. The finish lingers long and savoury, leaving a trail of faint herbal bitterness. A masterclass in texture driven white wine.