2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
pH 3.57
Total Acidity 2.99 g/L
Region Cotes du Rhone
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Fining Agents Bentonite
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Closure Cork
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties 60% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne, 8% Clairette, 5% Bourboulenc, 2% Grenache Blanc
Region Cotes du Rhone
Soil Sedimentary, Limestone and granite soils, With pebbles and alluvial deposits
Vine Age 35
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Production Details Low-temperature, temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel; ageing for 9 months in stainless-steel tanks; reported vineyard yield of 1.8 tons per acre.
Tasting Notes Yellow-gold, clear and brilliant; white flowers, apricot, acacia and white peach; fruity, rich and full-bodied, with elegance, strength and balance.
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 60% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne, 8% Clairette, 5% Bourboulenc, 2% Grenache Blanc
Region Cotes du Rhone
Soil Sedimentary, Limestone and granite soils, With pebbles and alluvial deposits
Vine Age 35
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Production Details Low-temperature, temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel; ageing for 9 months in stainless-steel tanks; reported vineyard yield of 1.8 tons per acre.
Tasting Notes VINTUS describes honeysuckle, pear, kiwi and a mineral streak, with freshness and richness; JD’s December 2022 assessment adds apricot, flowers, ripe citrus and dried herbs, describing a fresh, focused, medium-bodied palate.
Critics Ratings 90
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Chateau d'Ampuis, 69420 Ampuis, France
Phone
+33 (0)4 74 56 10 22
Email
Owner
Guigal family
Cellarmaster
Philippe Guigal