“This cuvée is strongly characterized by the originality of Roussanne. This marvelous varietal is little known and yet offers wines of unusual power and length.
Its evolution in the bottle is also very unique. Its youthful honeyed floral notes turn towards sweet spices and beeswax after 4 or 5 years, developing a mineral freshness over time.
Its striking originality is sure to seduce you…”
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Cuvée Joseph Torrès White 2004
Terroir : « Grès », rolled pebbles and red clay
Varietals : 100% Roussanne
Vinification :
- Selection of best Roussanne plots (soil and age of vines).
- Yield limitation through spring pruning and green harvest.
- Selected leaf removal to improve grape ripeness and health.
- Late manual harvest in “sur-maturité”.
- to promote skin and aromatic ripeness.
- Cold storage of the grapes for 3 days at 2°C.
- Skin contact maceration for 24 hours.
- Partial racking of the must (“débourbage sous voile”).
- Fermentation in new French oak barrels.
- Aging on lees for 5 months with “batonnage”.
- Bottling in March.
Tasting notes:
- Appearance : Beautiful golden color with greenish glints.
- Nose : Honey character with acacia flowers, rose petals and ripe tropical fruits.
- Taste : Full bodied with an unctuous texture and a dry, lush finish.
Food & Wine Pairing: Serve at 60°F (14°C). This wine pairs well with rich shellfish (lobster & crab), sea bass, salmon, as well as spicy foods such as Cajun-style seafood and Asian inspired foods like Thai curries.
Aging Potential: Enjoy now or cellar 5 to 8 years.
Accolades :
- 89/100 – Wine Spectator 2007
- Bronze – Concours de Grands Vins de France 2006
- Revue du Vin de France Selection 2007
- Gault & Millau Selection 2008
