The “Cuvée Blanche” White Vacqueyras 2015

VB 2015 Cuvée Blanche

Production : 6000 bottles.

Grapes :
– 25% Grenache blanc
– 25% Marsanne
– 25% Bourboulenc
– 25% Viognier.

Terroir : Clay-Rocky-Limestone.

Vinification : After a total destemmed, the fermentation period is during for about five weeks, at low temperature.

Aging : Stainless steel.

Alcool : 13,5°.

Tasting : The robe is elegant, revealing golden highlights. The nose is expressive and frank on white flowers (hawthorn) with citrus notes. On the palate, this wine is ample, with a nice freshness on the grapefruit and lemon taste, followed by a subtle honeyed notes. Consistent and balanced, this structured wine offers a good persistence on its citrus and honey notes. An harmonious and elegant wine.

Alliances dishes : Salmon Steak / St. Jacques shells.

Laying down : Drink now untill 2020.

Serving temperature : 12°c.

Reward :
 – Selected by 1001 dégustations with 2 stars.
– Jancis Robinson gave the mark : 15/20
– Recommended by the Bettane et Desseauve guide 2018