Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 2021 / 750ml | ≈ $33.88Original CHF 28.00 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 85% Marsanne, 15% Roussanne
Drinking Window 15
Region Saint-Peray
Soil Decomposed granite and clay
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 42 hL/ha
Vine Age 20
Fermentation Vessels Barrels
Pressing Method Direct Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Details 10% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak10%
Bottling Date February 2025
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Volume 5,900 bottles
Bottles5,900
Production Details Vineyard density is 5,500 vines/ha with Cordon de Royat training. The grapes were directly pressed and fermented in barrels at low temperature with indigenous yeasts, with bâtonnage once per week for six months. Total élevage was 16 months: 12 months on fine lees in barrels, including 10% new barrels, followed by four months in stainless-steel tanks.
Tasting Notes Peach, lemon, ample texture and a persistent finish
Food Pairing Crayfish gratin, monkfish, white pudding, or walnut cake with caramel glaze
Critics Ratings 93
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Marsanne
Drinking Window Through approximately 2037
Region Saint-Peray
Soil Decomposed granite and clay
Orientation South And Southeast
Vine Age 20
Fermentation Vessels Small French-oak barrels
Pressing Method Direct Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Details 10% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak10%
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Cordon de Royat-trained vines are planted at 5,500 vines/ha. Grapes were directly pressed, then fermented with indigenous yeasts in small French-oak barrels under strict temperature control. Maturation comprised 12 months on lees in barrels, 10% new and 90% used, followed by four months in stainless-steel tanks before bottling.
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with golden-green highlights; peach, lemon, white flowers, fresh herbs and saline minerality; generous, creamy and lively with a persistent refreshing finish
Food Pairing Trout, seared scallops, seafood, white meat in cream sauce, fresh goat cheese or chestnut mousse
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Marsanne
Drinking Window 15
Region Saint-Peray
Soil Decomposed granite and clay
Vine Age 20
Oak Details 35% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak35%
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Serving Temperature 12°C · 54°F
Production Details The wine matured for 18 months on fine lees in French-oak barrels, comprising 35% new oak and 65% barrels previously used for one or more wines, with limited racking.
Tasting Notes Pale yellow; peach, lemon, white flowers, herbs and saline minerality; medium-bodied, ample and creamy with green pear, white peach, lively acidity and a persistent fresh finish
Food Pairing Trout, seared scallops, seafood, fish tartare, oysters, white meat or poultry with light cream or herb sauces, fresh goat cheese, Saint-Marcellin or chestnut desserts
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Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2021 / 750ml | ≈ $33.88Original CHF 28.00 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2022 / 750ml | ≈ $34.96Original CHF 28.90 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $34.96Original CHF 28.90 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
330 Route du Réseau Ange, 42410 Saint-Michel-sur-Rhône, France
Phone
+33 (0)4.74.56.83.60
Owner
François Villard
Cellarmaster
François Villard