Le Sauvage
Vacqueyras blanc
Grape Composition
70% Grenache blanc 15% Viognier, 15% Clairette.
Vinification
Direct press, cold maceration to conserve the fine complexity and freshness.
Destemmed or not
100% destemmed
Fermentation
20 days fermentation
Yeast
Natural
Aging
Stainless steel tanks.
Soil Composition
Light clay and sandy soil, vines are situated on terraces.
Exposition
Flat river bed and west facing terraces.
Vine Age
40 years old
Density
3500 vines per HA
Harvest type
Hand Picked
Malolactic – yes/no
No
Residual sugar
Less than 2 grams per litre
Alcohol percentage
14.5%
Tasting notes
Fresh and inviting notes of pear, peach, white flowers and citrus, round notes in the mouth of quince and citrus flowers, a lively and refreshing finish leaving you wanting more.
Food pairing
An excellent aperitif, this wine marries beautifully with exotic dishes such as Chicken curry or Singapore crab.
Cellaring
3 years