Ratings
89-91 points Wine Advocate · 92 points Jeb Dunnuck
Awards
Silver medal International Wine Challenge 2021 and 2022 vintages
Identity
| Producer | Michel Chapoutier |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | AOC |
| Grapes | 50% Grenache Blanc, 20% Marsanne, 20% Macabeu, 10% Vermentino |
| Color | white |
Tasting
| Color Desc | pale yellow with green tints |
| Aroma | Citrus aromas of lemon, grapefruit, tangerine zest, floral notes, honey, summer citrus, mint, quince, pear, apricot, honeysuckle, and light smoky notes |
| Palate | Plump, round, richly textured, fresh and lively with vibrant flavors, good acidity, mineral and salty touches, soft and harmonious texture |
| Finish | Fresh, crisp, clean finish with briny and mineral notes, pleasant and persistent |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with fish dishes, seafood, white fleshed fish, mussels, light appetizers, fresh cheeses, and halibut |
| Aging Potential | Drink within 1-2 years for best freshness |
| Serving Glassware | White wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Aging Process | Tank fermented and aged on fine lees, racked from vat to vat for natural clarification |
| Fermentation | Fermentation carried out in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 500 m |
| Soil | Limestone, clay, gneiss, schist, and chalk soils |
| Vine Age | 40 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Harvested early in the morning by hand to protect aromas |
Interesting facts
| Produced by Michel Chapoutier, a pioneer in biodynamic winemaking; vineyards located in the Agly Valley with 40+ year old vines; estate purchased in 1999; name refers to high quality vineyards in sunny, high altitude parts of Roussillon |