Description
Plot selection
The vineyards are located at 130 meters up hill on a gently sloping south-east facing slope. The clay-limestone soil is composed of clay loam and fragments of limestone from the erosion of the slopes, alternating with marls and marly-limestones. The soil provides the vineyards with great water reserve, which is good for vines and grapes maturities in our Mediterranean climate.
Cultivation mode
The vineyard has been managed in organic farming since 2006 and biodynamic practices have been introduced for 5 years.
Grape varieties
Rolle : 40% Marsanne : 35% Roussanne : 15% Viognier : 10%
Winemaking and Aging
Harvest by hand. Entirely destemmed. Pressing after a short low temperature skin maceration. Cold settling without excess. Natural yeasts. Temperature control around 18°C during the winemaking process. Alcoholic fermentation and aging in French oak tuns with lees and ovoid vat (without stirring of the lees) for 9 to 12 months. Aging in bottle for a minimum of 1 year before the sale.
Colour : Brilliant color, gold reflections.
Nose : A first nose with notes of honeysuckle, crushed hazelnuts which then develops on aromas of buttery scones, vanilla pod. Very aromatic, both floral and complex.
Mouth : Lots of finesse. An elegant wine, with good length. On the palate, we find the aromas of the nose, accompanied by delicate notes of lychee. Very balanced.
Aging potential : 5 to 10 years.
Serving temperature : 12-13°C
Pairing : Poultry with creamy morel sauce. Foie gras, white truffle dish. Ravioli with ricotta and roasted hazelnuts. Grilled langoustines. For dessert, cakes with pastry cream.
