| MACONNAIS One of the finest estates in St-Veran today is Domaine Thomas, which was created in 1934 and now extends over 12 hectares on southwest facing slopes. They have been estate bottling the majority of his production since 1987, specializing in St-Veran. Lucien Thomas, owner and winemaker, produces his St-Veran from old-vines planted around a remarkable, single-block, south south-west facing amphitheater vineyard. This privileged, very sunny location allows his grapes to attain excellent ripeness and concentrated flavors. The vineyards are ploughed, the vines pruned severely, and yields carefully monitored by cluster-thinning. Thomas seeks the fullest expression of fruit and terroir, and uses mostly stainless steel cuves in his winery. His wines have been regularly acclaimed by the critics for their focus, purity and intensity. The Wine Spectator did a full page feature profile on Thomas in 1994 applauding his exceptional technique and the richness of his wines. |
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| Saint Veran |
| 100% Chardonnay. The St-Veran, made from 40-50 year old vines, bursts with ripe pear and citrus flavors and a long, minerally finish. Focus, clarity and intensity of fruit are the hallmark of Thomas wines. This exciting St-Veran is a great match for lobster and scallops, veal piccata, and grilled chicken. |
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| Saint-Veran - Prestige Futs de Chene |
| 100% Chardonnay. Beginning with the 2001 vintage, Lucien Thomas has created the Cuvee Prestige Futs de Chene. It is a blend of fruit from the Vielles Vignes Cuvee that is fermented and aged in oak casks with regular battonage (stirring of the lees). This is lot is assembled after 11 months with tank vinified wine extended lees aging.. The proportion in 2001 is one-third barrel-aged, two-thirds tank-aged. Thomas’ goal is to produce a wine that is at once lusciously rich and vibrantly fresh and fruity. |
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