Presentation
Located in Beaumes-de-Venise, Domaine De Fenouillet is renowned for its expertise in the production of Muscats and characterful red wines. This family estate, cultivating its vines organically, highlights ancestral know-how combined with modern techniques. The reds, made from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, display beautiful intensity, with notes of black fruits, spices, and balanced tannic structure. The estate's Muscats, emblematic of the region, reveal an exuberant aromatic palette, between candied citrus and honey, with great freshness on the palate. An essential estate for discovering the richness of southern Rhône wines.
Terroir
The vineyards are planted on sandy soils from the Miocene era, typical of the Beaumes-de-Venise region. These soils contribute finesse, aromatic purity, and excellent drainage, ideal for producing expressive white wines.
In the vineyard
The estate is certified organic. Vineyard work is carried out with respect for biodiversity and soil health, using minimal intervention to preserve the natural balance of the environment.
Harvest
Grapes are harvested manually at optimal ripeness to ensure freshness and full aromatic potential.
Winemaking
Key stages from harvest to bottling include gentle pressing, destemming, alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in tanks or barrels, yeast inoculation, and precise temperature control. These steps are carefully managed to preserve the wine’s balance, texture, and aromatic complexity.
Ageing
Ageing takes place in a combination of large oak vats (foudres), barrels, and egg-shaped concrete tanks. This diversity of vessels allows for a nuanced evolution of the wine’s structure and aromatic depth.
Varietal
Muscat à petits grains blanc et rouge : 100%
Specifications
Serving
Serving temperature: 10–12 °C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Brilliant robe with gold and silver reflections. The nose is powerful and complex, offering aromas of exotic fruits and citrus. On the palate, freshness dominates, with harmonious notes of fruit and flowers leading to a generous, long-lasting finish. A vibrant and expressive white wine with remarkable length.
Visual appearance
Brilliant gold/silver hue.
At nose
Exotic fruits, citrus, floral complexity.
On the palate
Fresh and balanced, with fruit and floral harmony, long and generous finish.
Food pairings
This expressive white wine pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory dishes:
Starters: Ricotta mousse, chilled melon soup, savory cheese cake
Salads: Exotic chicken salad, citrus chicken salad, fresh figs with goat cheese and honey
Main courses: Chicken osso bucco with citrus
Cheeses & desserts: Ricotta with strawberries or raspberries
