“ « Vintage after vintage, the Collection wines have become symbols which perfectly illustrate the family’s ethos of supreme quality. Careful ageing, together with the meticulous attention paid every day by Marcel and Philippe Guigal to the selection and blending processes, bring to the fore the consistency and excellence of the great appellations of the Rhône Valley » ”
Northern Rhône

Crozes-Hermitage White

This attractive wine from the Northern Rhône is characterised by its fresh fruitiness and generosity.
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Soil type

Clay silt. Sand and gravel.

Grape variety

Marsanne 95%, Roussanne 5%.

Average age of vines

25 years

Winemaking

12 months partly in oak.

Ageing

Temperature controlled fermentation at around 18°C.

Average yield

40 Hl/ Hectare.

Average annual production

35.000 bottles.

Tasting

Eye : Golden yellow.
Nose : Aromas of white flowers such as hawthorn blossom and acacia. Delicate oak.
Palate : Fine and elegant. Full body, round and rich.
Overall : Remarkable freshness with all the finesse and richness of the appellation.

Our comment

This wine is produced from the vineyards of what was previously the VALLOUIT estate.
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Vintages 2011

 

Wine Advocate #204 - Dec 2012

Score: 88

The 2011 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, aged in tank (75%) and barrel (25%), is a blend of 95% Marsanne and 5% Roussanne. The wood aging adds spice box and subtle smoky notes to the otherwise crisp, minerally, caramelized citrus, Chablis-like style. This medium-bodied, tasty, chalky white should drink well for 4-6 years. Robert Parker.

Consumption

A boire

Serving temperature

10°C to 12°C.

Ageing potential

To drink over the next 2 years.

Food and wine matching

White meats and cheese.

The cooperage

of the domain

Producing

exceptional wines