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La Vieille Ferme (Perrin & Fils) Luberon Blanc
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THE VINTAGE
2015 was a magnificent year in the south as well, characterized by excellent sanitary conditions thanks to the mild, wet winter, followed by a relatively hot, dry spring. The vines coped well with the extreme heat and lack of rain in the summer thanks to good hydric reserves. Following satisfactory flowering, rapid and regular ripening was assisted by rain that fell in August, producing berries rich in phenolic compounds and anthocyanins. As in the north, harvesting took place under excellent conditions.
› THE VINTAGE
The 2011 vintage is a vintage of contrasts. Very hot and dry spring, early rainy July and Indian summer until late October. Sorting was very important, especially after destemming, and allowed the realization of a great vintage, especially for late varieties.
DESCRIPTION
If you enjoy quaffable wines, this one is ideal as an aperitif or paired with a simple meal
› SITUATION
Mainly within the Parc Regional du Luberon, which is equidistant from Avignon, Aix-en- Provence and Manosque. The average altitude of the vineyards is 300 metres/1000 feet above sea-level, and the grapes are harvested relatively late.
› TERROIR
Old alluvial deposits of round and flat stones, calcareous marl and patches of clay created by alluvial alpine flows.
› PROCESS
The grapes are lightly crushed, then pressed in a pneumatic press, prior to clarification of the must and cool fermentation. This takes place in vats for 90% of the blend, with 10% fermented in new oak barrels with lees-stirring. The wine remains in stainless steel tanks until the month of January, when the wine is bottled after fining.
› GRAPES
Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Ugni Blanc, Vermentino
TASTING (2015)
Beautifully pale in color, with glimmering highlights. The delicate nose of white flowers, peach and citrus is outstandingly fresh. With a rich, well-balanced attack the palate offers superb tension, elegant floral and citrus aromas, great aromatic persistence and a delicious touch of crispness.
› TASTING (2011)
Colour: bright yellow with tints of green. Nose: green fruit, wheat, hazelnuts. Mouth: soft, delicate, aromatic
› SERVICE
8°C with a starter or a cold buffet
2015 was a magnificent year in the south as well, characterized by excellent sanitary conditions thanks to the mild, wet winter, followed by a relatively hot, dry spring. The vines coped well with the extreme heat and lack of rain in the summer thanks to good hydric reserves. Following satisfactory flowering, rapid and regular ripening was assisted by rain that fell in August, producing berries rich in phenolic compounds and anthocyanins. As in the north, harvesting took place under excellent conditions.
› THE VINTAGE
The 2011 vintage is a vintage of contrasts. Very hot and dry spring, early rainy July and Indian summer until late October. Sorting was very important, especially after destemming, and allowed the realization of a great vintage, especially for late varieties.
DESCRIPTION
If you enjoy quaffable wines, this one is ideal as an aperitif or paired with a simple meal
› SITUATION
Mainly within the Parc Regional du Luberon, which is equidistant from Avignon, Aix-en- Provence and Manosque. The average altitude of the vineyards is 300 metres/1000 feet above sea-level, and the grapes are harvested relatively late.
› TERROIR
Old alluvial deposits of round and flat stones, calcareous marl and patches of clay created by alluvial alpine flows.
› PROCESS
The grapes are lightly crushed, then pressed in a pneumatic press, prior to clarification of the must and cool fermentation. This takes place in vats for 90% of the blend, with 10% fermented in new oak barrels with lees-stirring. The wine remains in stainless steel tanks until the month of January, when the wine is bottled after fining.
› GRAPES
Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Ugni Blanc, Vermentino
TASTING (2015)
Beautifully pale in color, with glimmering highlights. The delicate nose of white flowers, peach and citrus is outstandingly fresh. With a rich, well-balanced attack the palate offers superb tension, elegant floral and citrus aromas, great aromatic persistence and a delicious touch of crispness.
› TASTING (2011)
Colour: bright yellow with tints of green. Nose: green fruit, wheat, hazelnuts. Mouth: soft, delicate, aromatic
› SERVICE
8°C with a starter or a cold buffet