Tardieu-Laurent, Saint-Joseph blanc 'Vieilles Vignes' 2021
DESCRIPTION
2021 was a tough vintage for winemakers but the proof is in the pudding, or in this case, the wine. This blend of 85% marsanne grapes and 15% roussanne grapes is a testament to the whims and wonders of nature. With that in mind, this white wine is neither fined nor filtered prior to bottling. In other words, its imperfections and impurities are not discarded but embraced, as they are with roquefort cheese. These elements often reveal complex and powerful aromas. The bouquet of this Saint Joseph is wonderfully indulgent: Williams’ pear, white almond, vanilla, orange blossom and mirabelle. The palate is unctuous, rich and tender. This wine is a must have on the menu for foie gras, seafood, poultry, veal or any soft cheese.
REGION
Rhône
France
One of France's oldest wine-growing areas, the Rhone is a powerhouse of wine production. Stretching 150 miles across France from Lyon to Provence, the region is home to over 6000 wine-growing properties. Here, red wine is king - 90% of the grapes grown in the Rhône region are red, with varieties like Syrah, Grenache and Roussane amongst the most prolific. The region is equally famed for its gastronomy - and with such a variety of wines available, you're sure to find the perfect bottle to match!
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