[The 2013 was voted Best World White Wine 2017 [BWW Competition].
Region: Rhone Valley – Northern (North) Appellation: Hermitage or Hermitage
Marsanne 90%, Roussane 10%
Terroir: Craggy vineyards. “Walls” 90% of the area Fluvio-glacial alluvium and pebbles. 1.6 Ha
“Hermite” 10% of the area Loess plateau and sandy clay loam. 0.2 Ha
Varietal: 90% Marsanne, 10% Roussanne | 50 to 90 years old.
30 months in small new oak barrels. Malolactic fermentations at 100%.
Dress: Bright yellow, fresh straw.
Nose: A floral bouquet of spring, pollen and honey ….
Mouth: WOW !!! slightly woody, nutty, and perry. An enveloping texture. A lot of richness in the mouth. Like a gourmet brioche. Happiness !
Final: I loved the persistence of these fruits and white flowers and the notes of coffee (sweet roasting)
