House of Arras Grand Vintage 2013
House of Arras Grand Vintage 2013
Price: 75,00€
DESCRIPTION
House of Arras Grand Vintage 2013 is a blend of 62% Chardonnay and 38% Pinot Noir from Tasmania (Derwent Valley, Coal River Valley, East Coast, and Pipers River). Crafted using the traditional method, with 10% fermented in new French oak barrels, then aged for seven years on lees. It features 12.5% alcohol, pH 3.02, and 7.7 g/L of total acidity. Aging potential of 10 years and more.
On the nose, an airy and complex bouquet with white flowers, citrus, lychee, and oyster shell. On the palate, elegant, complex, and balanced, supported by very fine and persistent bubbles. Ideal pairing with oysters, shrimp, or crustaceans, or a grilled sea bass with herbs.
REGION
Tasmania
Australia
Tasmania is an Australian state 199 km southeast of the mainland. Because of the 42nd parallel south, which cuts the island in two, it is the coolest region in Australia. The surrounding sea gives it a temperate maritime climate. As a result, its wines stand apart from the warm, full bodied New World wines found on the mainland. Tasmanian vineyards are closer to the cool vineyards of Europe, even France. In the north of the island you will find aromatic Riesling and Pinot Gris, and sparkling wines that keep rising in quality. On the coastal plains and in the south of the island, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir grow wonderfully well.
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Highly complex thanks to its seven years on lees. It easily rivals good Champagnes.