Tasting notes: Grenache Blanc 172, De Visu
Grenache Blanc 172, De Visu. Rich and expressive with notes of white peach, mango and a touch of lime blossom.
Food:
Enjoy with spaghetti carbonara.
Region/Producer:
Mastering the nuances of Southern French varietals and combining traditional and modern winemaking techniques. Xavier Roger wines are a superb example of the quality that are now being produced in the South of France. Therefore by using the best parcels in the area, the quality of the range is truly outstanding.
Grenache or Garnacha is one of the most widely planted red wine grape varieties in the world. It ripens late, so it needs hot, dry conditions such as those found in Spain, where the grape most likely originated
Languedoc-Roussillon (often called “the Languedoc”) is a historical coastal region in southern France, extending from Provence to the Pyrenees Mountains and the border with Spain. It’s now part of Occitanie. The area is a major wine producer, with Vin de Pays d’Oc and sparkling Crémant de Limoux among its best-known varieties. The regional capital, Montpellier, is home to a well-preserved medieval quarter.
The Grape : Grenache Blanc 172, De Visu
Grenache blanc is a variety of white wine grape that is related to the red grape Grenache. Therefore it is mostly found in Rhône wine blends and in northeast Spain. So its wines are characterized by high alcohol and low acidity, with citrus and or herbaceous notes. Its vigour can lead to overproduction and flabbiness.
“Green richness” is the theme that carries through all Grenache Blanc wines. As a result the aromas will burst with green fruit and citrus notes including Asian pear, green apple, unripe mango, lime zest, and white peach. In addition other flavours include subtle sweet floral notes of honeysuckle and fenugreek (or almost cumin seed) along with baked apple, brioche and lemon curd if the wine was aged in oak. On the palate it will be plump and rich with juicy pear flavours that lead into lean herbal notes of green almond or dried green herbs and salty minerals. So the alcohol levels will range in the 13–15% range, giving the wine a spice-driven finish.
