Product Description

Producer: Claude Vialade – Les Domaines Auriol, France

Appellation: Languedoc-Roussillion

Varietals: 100% Chenin and 200% passion!
Soil types:

A complex terroir where ocean breezes and the coolness of
the Pyrenees take the edge off the Mediterranean heat. The soils form
a true geological mosaic comprising sediment stemming from the
erosion of the Pyrenees, which alternates with marine limestone
deposits. These combine to produce a wine showing incredible finesse
and complexity.

Vineyard management:

The vines are planted on hillside sites facing
South-South-East at 250 m above sea level, allowing the grapes to ripen
beautifully. Sustainable, environmentally-friendly vineyard
management techniques are used. The single Guyot training system
reins in yields at 55 hl/ha.

Winemaking:

The fruit is picked by night to fully preserve its rich
aromatics. Gentle pressing protects the integrity of the grapes. The
wines are fermented at low temperatures (14°C). Tank ageing on the
lees hones and fully reveals the variety’s aromatic complexity.

Tasting notes:

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It shows a magnificent pale-yellow hue with white gold highlights. The
nose displays great finesse and floral scents of broom and hawthorn
harmoniously entwined with fruit notes.
The palate is precise and superb tension on the attack holds you
spellbound through to the finish. This is a fantastic, fresh, balanced wine
that fully reveals its potential after a little bottle time.

Food pairings:

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Just as comfortable alongside a simple quiche or savoury tart, it makes
the perfect match for more complex pairings like goat’s cheese, Brie or
asparagus.