Ferme de L'Yonnière (Jerome Forget) 2022 Poire Vinot

The Ferme de L'Yonniere 2022 "Vinot" is a tiny production Poiré made primarily from this ancient variety of pear, along with "Plant de Blanc" and "Pomera." No added SO2, 6.5% alcohol. This elegant Poiré shows a very pale gold color with aromas of dried pear, citrus zest, rubarb, white pepper and wet stone. The mousse is fine and delicate with the palate showing intriguing herbal and citrus notes with great purity and depth - no SO2 added! - with a nice bitter acidity in the finish making this a great "food wine." This beautiful Poiré disappeared instantly when put on the table with some grilled tuna and garden veggies last week, reminding me a bit of the aligoté of De Moor. Enjoy - serve with oysters, says Jérome! We say serve at Thanksgiving! -David Lillie