| Comments |
This straw-gold cuvée is made from the appellation’s flagship white grape varieties: Marsanne (60%) and Roussanne (the remaining 40%). The nose develops beautiful, intense aromas of white fruit and citrus. The palate is clean, full-bodied and full-bodied thanks to the stirring of the lees. This white Crozes-Hermitage is ideal with fish and shellfish. |
| 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 |
The vines are 40 years old. The soils are composed of quaternary alluvial gravel deposited by the Rhône and Isère rivers. The year at 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. Next, the juices are chilled for 24 hours before settling, and then put into barrels for fermentation. The must is then aged for 6 months, with regular stirring of the lees to add fat to the wine. |
| Food and wine suggestions |
Nathan is a perfect match for lake fish in sauce or cooked on one side on a plancha. |
| Operating temperature |
12°C |
| Also worth discovering |
Cuvée Inspiration, a red Crozes-Hermitage 100% Syrah, a judicious choice for barbecues. |
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