Wine Article

2010 E. Guigal Crozes-Hermitage Blanc

Last edited on 7/28/2013 by fries
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Soil type
Clay silt. Sand and gravel.
Grape variety
95% Marsanne, 5% Roussanne.
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
About 30.000 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.

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.
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