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Pouilly-Loché

Burgundy

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Mâconnais

A tiny neighbour of Pouilly-Fuissé in the Mâconnais, producing a small amount of Chardonnay with similar limestone character. It is well worth seeking out for those who enjoy the style but want to discover something a little less well known.

The wines of Pouilly-Loché are made primarily from Chardonnay.

218–268 m

Elevation range

1 Premier Crus

Avg. slope 5°

12 Vineyards

Avg. slope 5.1°

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Nearby Appellations

To the west Pouilly-Fuissé

To the south Pouilly-Vinzelles

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Terroir & Character

Climate

Protected by surrounding hills, Pouilly-Loché enjoys a slightly warmer microclimate than Pouilly-Fuissé with good air circulation that reduces humidity and frost risk. The southeastern exposure maximizes morning sun while the limestone soils provide thermal regulation during summer heat.

Terroir

LimestoneClay

The vineyards of Pouilly-Loché sit on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian stage, rich in marine fossils including gryphaea and belemnites. Clay-limestone soils overlay this calcareous foundation, providing excellent drainage through natural fissures while allowing vine roots to penetrate deep into the limestone subsoil for mineral uptake.

Typical Aromas

white flowerscitrus zestwet limestonehazelnutgreen applechalky minerality
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Grapes of Pouilly-Loché

Chardonnay

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
green applelemonpearnectarine

Chardonnay's homeland. Chablis stays steely and citrus-driven, the Côte de Beaune turns rich and hazelnutty, the Mâconnais sits comfortably between.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pouilly-Loché known for?▼
Pouilly-Loché is known for being a tiny, lesser-known neighbor of the famous Pouilly-Fuissé in Burgundy's Mâconnais region. It produces small quantities of high-quality Chardonnay with distinctive limestone character, making it a hidden gem worth seeking out for those who appreciate the Pouilly-Fuissé style but want something more exclusive.
What does Pouilly-Loché wine taste like?▼
Pouilly-Loché wines display a similar character to Pouilly-Fuissé, with the limestone soils imparting mineral complexity and elegance to the Chardonnay. The wines typically show crisp acidity and refined stone fruit flavors with a distinctive chalky minerality from the limestone terroir.
What grapes are grown in Pouilly-Loché?▼
Pouilly-Loché exclusively grows Chardonnay, which is the only grape variety permitted in this appellation. This follows the tradition of the Mâconnais region where Chardonnay is the primary white grape variety.
How many premier crus does Pouilly-Loché have?▼
Pouilly-Loché has one Premier Cru vineyard. Despite being a tiny appellation, it maintains this single classified site that represents the highest quality terroir within the region.
What soil types are found in Pouilly-Loché?▼
Pouilly-Loché's vineyards are planted on limestone and clay soils. The limestone component is particularly important as it contributes to the mineral character and elegance that defines the appellation's Chardonnay wines.

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