A d’Aussières Blanc 2021, IGP Pays d’Oc, France
£15.00 – £81.00
Acquired in 1999 by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), the 550 hectare estate has witnessed a vast rehabilitation project. To date, 167 hectares of vines have been replanted with carefully selected traditional Languedoc grape varieties: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Carignan, complemented by Cabernet, Merlot and Chardonnay. The estate buildings were restored at the same time and a new winery installed in the old cellars, in the heart of the vineyard. The consistency and remarkable potential of the wines produced since 2003 have already positioned Aussières as one of the front runners in the revival of the Languedoc.
Tasting notes
Bright, very pale yellow colour tinged with green. Good range of aromas on the nose, with delicate notes of juicy white fruit and vine peaches. Ethereal balance on the palate, initially very lively the wine then develops volume. The finish is rich and lingers with intense notes of tropical fruit (mango and pineapple), underscored by a pleasant minerality.
| ABV | 13% |
|---|---|
| Closure | Cork |
| Origin | France |
| Producer | Domaines Baron de Rothschild (Lafite) |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Drink from | 2021-2023 |
| Food match | fish, fresh salad & chicken |
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