Area of production | AOC Gaillac |
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Soil and climate | The vines are planted on a plateau corresponding to the 2nd terrace of the Tarn river. The Domaine Rotier is composed of very nice gravelly soils |
Grape varieties | 80% Loin de l'Oeil, 20% Sauvignon |
Climate conditions | 2018 climate was very contrasted. After a rainy Winter and a stormy Spring, the weather dry and hot from mid-July to the end of September. This Summer allowed a good grapes maturation and the harvest occured on September 6th and 7th in excellent conditions. |
Type of winemaking | The must fermented in French oak and acacia barrels (less than 10 % new). The two varieties are blended before fermentation. |
Type of ageing | The wine is left on its lees which are regularly stirred. Bottled on 2019-08-29. |
Tasting notes | On the nose, this wine develops scents of peaches and pears with slight vanilla notes. The mouthfeel is rich thanks to the Loin de l'OEil and stays fresh thanks to the Sauvignon. The aromas found on the nose (peaches, pears) can be find back as well as scents of dill and anise. |
Food recommandation | Serve at around 10°C with fish, poultry and white meats. Very good also with goat and ewe cheeses. May be cellared for four to five years. |
Renaissance dry white 2018
12.70€
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