De L'Orée 2018
Rhône Valley - Ermitage

Cotations
Dégustation
Oeil :
Intense golden yellow with golden and green highlights.
Nez :
Very intense, warm pebbles, caramel, very ripe, fruity lemon with floral notes of acacia and hawthorn.
Bouche :
Rich, full-bodied and very complex on the palate, with notes of ripe fruit, spices and toast. Very good length with a fresh finish.
Les conseils du Sommelier :
Serve with: Black Truffle and Parmesan Risotto.
Cépage(s) :
100% Marsanne.
Vendanges :
To ensure a perfect balance between ripeness and freshness, each parcel is harvested by hand in several passes.
Sol :
East sector of Colline de l'Ermitage. Very ancient glacial alluvial soils. Rich in red clay.
Vinification :
Light settling. Whole grape pressing; moderate use of sulphur. Fermentation mostly in demi-muids, foudres (85% of which 10% new) and stainless steel vats (15%).
Elevage :
Aged on the lees for 11 months with a few stirring of the lees.
Degré d’alcool :
14