Terres des Amoureuses - Magic White 2012
Rhône
White
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14,5/20
Gault & Millau
The new oak in this 100% Viognier is very well blended. It spices up the white fruit aromas typical of this grape variety. The grapes come from the estate's most northerly plots, giving this white wine a freshness that balances the ripe fruit.
Features
Estate
Terres des Amoureuses
Cuvée
Magic White
Vintage
2012
Designation
IGP Méditerranée
Region
Rhône
Grape varieties
100% Viognier
Terroirs
northernmost parcel of the estate
Viticulture
traditional and meticulous
Harvest
at optimum maturity
Winemaking
Cold skin maceration under dry ice in a thermo-regulated pneumatic press. Alcoholic fermentation with selected neutral yeasts. In new oak.
Breeding
12 months in new barrels
Alcohol content
14.5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
brilliant, deep yellow-gold colour
Nose
dazzling, fresh, racy and very fragrant
Mouth
Fresh on the attack, very aromatic, typical and powerful. Mineral finish and persistence
Serve
at 11-13°C
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairing
A perfect accompaniment to foie gras with gingerbread, lobster with curry, bouillabaisse, and saint-pierre with fresh coriander.
Land of Lovers
IGP Méditerranée
Expert opinion
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Rated (2015 guide) 14.5/20 (Vintage 2011) (Good)
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