Côtes-du-Rhône White

Soil type

Varied soil, sediment, limestone, granite.

Grape variety

55% Viognier, 20% Roussane, 10% Clairette, 10% Marsanne, 5% Bourboulenc.

Average age of vines

25 years.

Winemaking

low temperatures, temperature controlled alcoholic fermentation.

Ageing

Stainless steel tanks.

Average yield

30 Hl / hectare.

Average annual production

About 530.000 bottles.

Tasting

Eye : Yellow gold, clear and brilliant.
Nose : Freshness marked by the distinctive aromas of Viognier ;white flowers, apricot, acacia and white peach.
Palate : Fruity with plenty of richness and body.
Overall : A well-rounded wine with elegance, strength and balance.

Our comment

Loyal followers of the GUIGAL Côtes-du-Rhône will enjoy this wine which flatters as much as its famous red cousin !

Vintages 2011

 

Wine Advocate # 204 - Dec 2012

Score:89  

Bursting with honeysuckle and tropical fruit characteristics, the 2011 Cotes du Rhone Blanc offers terrific value. It is meant to be consumed during its first several years of life. Robert Parker.

 

 

Guide Bettane Desseauve des Vins de France

 

 Score :14.5

 

 

Gras, fruité juteux mûr, on croque dans la chair de pêche, fine amertume en fin, désaltérante.  

Consumption

A boire

Serving temperature

10°C

Ageing potential

3 years.

Food and wine matching

Starters, fish, asian food.
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