M. Chapoutier Côtes du Rhône Belleruche Blanc 2022, 75cl

Tasting notes Appearance: bright golden yellow hue. Nose: intense and expressive. Aromas of apricot, fennel and floral scents (iris, etc.). Palate: complex and very elegant. The wine’s roundness is a perfect match for its freshness. And the finish reveals subtle notes of aniseed. Sommelier's advice: Recommended food pairing: grilled sardines, sea bream “a la plancha”. Serving temperature: 10-12°C. Ageing potential: ready to drink now. Grape variety/varieties: Grenache blanc, Roussanne, Viognier, Clairette et Bourboulenc. Harvest: Harvest is carried out at night by machine to prevent and limit oxidation of the juices and preserve the aromatic components. Soil: Planted mainly in stony-marl soils and on clay-limestone slopes, these soils are porous with a steady and regular water supply. They warm up quickly in the spring and help the grapes to reach perfect maturity. Vinification: Total destemming followed by a light skin maceration particula