The colour is a beautiful golden hue. The nose, refined and expressive, opens with white flowers before unfolding into fresh, juicy fruit, as if just picked and sliced — pear, apple, apricot, and passion fruit come to mind. Hints of citrus weave through this delightful aromatic picture. On the palate, while the white-fleshed fruits take the lead, subtle floral and lightly honeyed notes emerge. The mid-palate is particularly generous, shimmering with fine mineral and saline touches. The texture lingers beautifully, offering remarkable length on the finish.

Grape variety: Chenin
Alc: 13.5%
Terroir: Metamorphic rock (sandstone schist)
Cellaring potential: 8 to 10 years

Sushi and raw fish
Fish with sauce
Shellfish and premium oysters
Creamy risotto
Cheeses such as 24-month Comté, Abondance, and goat cheese

Rivière Sauvage is a dry white wine of terroir, meant to be shared in moments of warmth and togetherness — simple yet full of meaning. To highlight its aromas and finesse, we recommend serving Rivière Sauvage chilled at 10°C (50°F).

Harvesting takes place at optimal ripeness, with no search for botrytised grapes. Alcoholic fermentation and ageing occur in 1,000-liter sandstone Ovo amphorae. Ageing on fine lees lasts between 10 and 14 months, depending on the amphora. Malolactic fermentation is not desired for this cuvée. The amphora brings precision, minerality, freshness, and purity while preserving the authenticity of both the terroir and the Chenin grape.