Presentation
“French Cellars” is a range of wines selected by “Private Collection” for the quality of their blends and the diversity of their grape varieties. These wines are made in the south of France by two winemakers trained in Australia.
Terroir
This Sauvignon Blanc is grown on limestone soils in the Gard Region, the plains of the Hérault, and the Aude Valley. Some of it comes from the East Audois, a cold region that brings acidity and freshness to the wine.
In the vineyard
The young vines grown on terraces are pruned in "cordon de Royat" (trellised).
Winemaking
The harvest takes place early in the morning and the grapes are quickly transported to the winery. Pressing is done after a short skin maceration (8 hours). Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at low temperature (15 to 18°C). There is no malolactic fermentation.
Ageing
The breeding takes place for a few months on fine lees, under a carbonic atmosphere. The bottling of this Sauvignon Blanc is early.
Varietal
Sauvignon blanc : 100%
Tasting
The Sauvignon Blanc, with its pretty pale yellow dress, is rich and aromatic, with intense fruit flavors and vegetal notes: gooseberry, passion fruit, green tomato, wild strawberry, citrus. It also has floral nuances (honeysuckle) and a mineral scent of flint. On the palate, it is very fresh with good acidity and a rich, round finish.
Food pairings
Serve very chilled (8°C) with seafood, fish, and summer cuisine.