Description
Vineyards: Situated in Sorgues, along the Rhone. 101+ acres of Cotes du Rhone Villages (nearly 62 acres), Cotes du Rhone (12+ acres), and Vin de Table (27+ acres) planted in the deep, stony, clay soils marked by round galets that characterize the Chateauneuf-du-Pape area.
Viticulture & Vinification: From vines averaging 35 to 60 years in age. Manual harvest. Direct pressing with no maceration. 1 month fermentation in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts. No malolactic conversion. Bottled after 2 months in tank, under vacuum and with nitrogen to preserve freshness.
Tasting Notes: Pale pink/salmon in color, with peach, floral and red fruit aromas. Bone dry, with a crisp, mouth-watering acidity leading to a long, spicy, mineral finish. Enjoy as an aperitif, with seafood, or a wide range of lighter fare.
Past Vintages scoring 90 Points (2014, 2015, 2016)
