Location :
North Alpilles
Terroir :
Limestone and clay soil, very stony: Hauterivian et Barremian, second stage of the lower Cretaceous, less than 130 million years.
Winemaking :
Each grape variety is aged in barrel separately for 12 months without any racking and just 2-3 stirring of the lees. Clarification and fining are with clay. Light filtration when bottled.
Cépages :
Chardonnay : 12%
Clairette : 13%
Roussanne : 35%
Marsanne : 40%
Serving :
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Decant half an hour before serving at 13°C.
Tasting :
Floral nose, lovely acidity with lovely length on the palate. Some dried fruit notes.
Food pairings :
Grilled sea bream with olive oil.
