Château de Rives-Blanques - Limoux Occitania 2021
Languedoc
White
Sold individually
Drink
91/100
James Suckling
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17,5/20
Jancis Robinson
"L'Occitania is a unique wine in typical Limoux style. Discover this historic grape variety, Mauzac, at Gem !"
Occitania was the first 100% Mauzac in the Limoux appellation to be entirely vinified in oak barrels. This charming cuvée, with its peach and apricot aromas, will be the perfect accompaniment to your meals.
Features
Estate
Château de Rives-Blanques
Cuvée
Occitania
Vintage
2021
Designation
Limoux
Region
Languedoc
Grape varieties
Mauzac, cépage historique de 60 à 80 ans
Terroirs
Cépie terroir in the upper Aude valley, limestone plateau at an altitude of 350 m, pebbles and cobbles.
Viticulture
Certified organic
Harvest
Manual, at optimum maturity
Winemaking
Hand-picked grapes, gentle pneumatic pressing, first juice vinified separately, fermentation in oak barrels, occasional stirring, tangential filtration.
Breeding
In old oak barrels, rigorous selection of barrels
Alcohol content
13%
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Golden dress
Nose
Aromas of lemon, apricot, beeswax and ripe pear
Mouth
Medium-bodied, with lively acidity and lots of pear and thyme, well-balanced with a touch of white pepper on the finish.
Serve
Between 12° and 14°C
Open
Remove from refrigerator 10 minutes before serving
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairing
Perfect with smoked salmon, green olive tapenade, a seafood platter or grilled sea bream...
Château de Rives-Blanques
Limoux
Expert opinion
Jancis Robinson
Rated wine (guide 2022 ) 17.5/20
About the wine:
Pure Occitanie: white honey, white flowers, white citrus, lace and white ribbons [...] Notes of grapefruit marmalade and the dry floral warmth of freshly mown hay. This wine will be magnificent for some time to come.
James Suckling
Rated wine (guide 2022) 91/100
About the wine:
A fresh, vibrant 100% mauzac. Mineral and bright with aromas of lemon, apricot, beeswax and ripe pear. Medium-bodied, with lively acidity and plenty of pear and thyme on the palate. Delicious and well-balanced, with a touch of white pepper on the finish. Made from organically grown grapes. Drink now
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. FREDERIC M. Published on 20/08/2024
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