2014
Aliot
Appearance: A beautiful golden yellow; bright and clear, with golden reflections.
Nose: Rich and complex with subtle notes of lime, star anise, toasted almonds, warm
brioche and honey.
Palate: Surprising acidity with abundant elegance, finesse and minerality. Citrus notes and
hints of brioche.
Finish: Intense and long
Burgundy-style white, pairs beautifully with salmon or poultry in white sauce, pâté and
traditional French cheese. Serve lightly chilled at 14°C. Aging potential: 5-6 years
Alcohol: 13%
pH: 3.3
Total acidity: 4.2 g/l (as sulphuric), 6.4 g/l (as tartaric)
Residual sugar: 0.8 g/l, still wine
Oak-aged: 8 months in “demi-muids”
Vines: 11 years old, north facing at 550m.
Soil: Argilo-calcaire (clay and limestone) and very stony.
Pruning method: Single cordon de Royat, 4 shoots per cordon.
No treatments.
(Technical notes Chêne Bleu)
- Type White
- Grape variety 65% Roussanne, 30% Grenache Blanc, Marsanne 5%, touch of viognier
- Appellation IGP Vaucluse
- Country France
- Region Vaucluse
- Year 2014