| Tasting notes |
The cuvée, À l’Orée du Bois, is a blend of 60% Viognier and 40% Chardonnay. Highly aromatic on the nose, it develops floral and citrus notes. Full-bodied and fresh on the palate, it finishes with delicious citrus notes. |
| The estate |
Domaine de la Ville Rouge has been family-run since 1916. It is located in the commune of Mercurol, in the heart of the Crozes-Hermitage appellation. Sébastien Girard joined his father in 2006. He now manages the 20-hectare estate as a passionate winemaker. In 2016, his wife Audrey joined him and took over the administrative side of the business. Respectful of the earth, they want a healthy vineyard to produce quality grapes and lively wines. The entire estate is therefore certified organic and biodynamic. |
| Viticulture |
Young 12-year-old vines planted on red clay soils. The year on the estate is punctuated by the seasons, but also by the moon to apply the biodynamic preparations needed to stimulate soil life and strengthen the vines. Soil enrichment is achieved by adding manure from organic suckler cows, which is composted with dynamized preparations. The virtues of other plants, transmitted by herbal teas, infusions or decoctions, also complete this method of agriculture. |
| Winemaking |
On arrival at the winery, the whole harvest is pressed to improve juice drainage. The juice is then chilled for 24 hours before settling. They are then put into barrels for fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The must is then aged for 4 months in stainless steel tanks. |
| Food and wine suggestions |
À l’Orée du Bois is the ideal white wine for the aperitif. |
| Operating temperature |
8°C |
| Also worth discovering |
Cuvée Inspiration, a red Crozes-Hermitage 100% Syrah, a judicious choice for barbecues. |
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