The estate is located in Gigondas, in the south of the Rhône Valley, at the foot of the “Dentelles de Montmirail” massif. The lands are located partly on the main plateau on the left bank of the Ouvèze, and for the AOC Gigondas at the foot of the Dentelles, on hillsides, at an altitude of 300m; these vines require more rigor and attention but they also bring finesse and concentration to the wines. The land is clayey-limestone, partly made up of Dentelles scree.
Presentation
Presentation
The estate remains small. Including the family lands and those which the couple has in rent, it brings together 15.5 hectares of vines on several appellations: Gigondas (5 ha), Vacqueyras (5 ha), Séguret (0.5 ha) and Sablet (5 ha) ).
Location
From plots located at "Le Gravillas"
Terroir
Sandy clay soils.
In the vineyard
Grape picking: By hand in crates.
Cultivation method: Full tillage.
No synthetic products used for treatments.
Cultivation method: Full tillage.
No synthetic products used for treatments.
Winemaking
Vinification in stainless steel vats.
Ageing
Aged six months in vats.
No fining. No filtration.
Bottling takes place in June/July of the year following vinification.
No fining. No filtration.
Bottling takes place in June/July of the year following vinification.
Varietals
Marsanne : 60%
Clairette : 20%
Viognier : 20%
Clairette : 20%
Viognier : 20%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 14,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
12°C / 54°F
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Whispers of vanilla and smoke accent fresh white grapefruit and peach in this succulent Roussanne-dominant white. It's a rich, unctuous sip with unabashed oak influence yet anchored by fresh mineral tones and a grip of chalk on the finish.
Food pairings
Poultry, white meat in sauce, cheese.
