| Area of production | AOC Gaillac |
|---|---|
| Soil and climate | The vines are planted on a plateau corresponding to the 2d terrace of the Tarn river. The Domaine Rotier is composed of very nice gravelly soils. |
| Grape varieties | 100% Len de l'El (Loin de l'Oeil) |
| Climate conditions | After a dry but contrasted winter (cold February and sunny mild March), spring was wet. July fine and dry and August hot and thundery, allowed good growth of the vines. Some little rain in September propitiated noble rot development. Concentrated grapes were harvested between October 10th and 18th. |
| Type of winemaking | The must ferments in French oak barrels for one or two months. In order to avoid using too much sulphur, fermentation is interrupted by cold stabilisation and filtering.The wine obtained conserves about 160g/l of residual sugar, balanced by a refreshing note of acidity. |
| Type of ageing | In French oak and acacia barrels (15% new) for 10 months. Bottled on September 4th 2012. |
| Tasting notes | On the nose, this wine presents aromas of apricot, figs and quince. It is very concentrated, rich and opulent on the palate, always well balanced and never heavy. |
| Food recommandation | Serve at 10-12°C. It pairs perfectly with hot foie gras with figs, strong cheeses, tarts and any fruit desserts. It can also be carafed and enjoyed by itself. It has a cellaring potential of over 10 years. |
| Medals & prices | General Competition Paris 2012 : Gold Selection Wine Gang : 93/100 Bettane et Desseauve : 15/20 Wine enthusiast : 93 |
Renaissance late harvest white 2011 75 cl
33,80€
Superb Gaillac sweet white, well balanced, which can be cellared for a long time, but very pleasant in its youth. Serve it for itself, with blue cheese or dessert.
L'abus d'alcool est dangereux pour la santé. à consommer avec modération.
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