Ratings
Good scores from various critics including Jancis Robinson · Robert Parker · Tim Atkin.
Identity
| Producer | Chateau de La Roulerie |
| Year | 2016 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | BIO |
| Grapes | 100% Chenin Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Sweet |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Gold-yellow color, very intense. |
| Aroma | Floral at first, then white fruits (peaches, pears, quinces), grapefruit, apricot, blood orange, ginger, fig, glazed peach, slight vanilla hint. |
| Palate | Plump, flattering style with richness, smoothness, and persistence; medium-bodied, slightly viscous texture; balanced sweetness and acidity. |
| Finish | Long, enticing finish with apricot and apricot note, smooth and persistent. |
| Food Pairing | foie gras, fish, blue cheese, fruit tart, crumble |
| Serving Temp | 8-11°C |
| Aging Potential | Good aging potential, can improve over several years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 11.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | Approx. 128-160 g/L residual sugar (typical for Coteaux du Layon sweet wines). |
| Aging Process | Aged in wood cask for 6 months (typical for similar wines). |
| Fermentation | Delicate crushing and fermentation adapted to preserve natural sweetness and acidity. |
Terroir
| Soil | Mineral soil dominated by schist, clay and limestone. |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Careful hand-harvesting adapted to grape character to enhance bouquet and taste. |
Interesting facts
| Chateau de La Roulerie is a historic estate dating from the late 19th century, certified organic since 2015, with biodynamic principles applied. |