Le Viognier des Acanthes White
Cave de Tavel et de Lirac -
White,
100% Viognier
history
The Cave des vignerons de Tavel is in the purest Provençal style. It was built in 1937 when Tavel wines were labelled AOC. It is to date the only winery to be opened by a President of the Republic – Albert Lebrun in 1938. The Cave de Tavel produces half of the Tavel AOC wines, as well as Lirac, Côtes-du-Rhône Villages and Côtes-du-Rhône and stretches over 680 Ha..There are 140 producers, all involved in the day-to-day life of the winery and have their say in the investment decisions for making wines which frequently win medals and are regularly mentioned in wine guide.
Vineyard
Between Tavel and Villeneuve les Avignon.Limestones and clay. Vines : 20 years old - 15 Acres - Yield : 70Hl / Ha.
Winemaking
Cold vatting. Skin maceration. Pressing. Fermentation takes 10 to 15 days at low temperatures (55°-57°F)./nIn stainless steel vats.
Tasting notes
Eye : light yellow colour. Nose : white fruits. Mouth : freshness and liveliness.
Food pairing
Enjoyable as an aperitive, and goes well with shellfish and crustaceans seafood, grilled fish, and mixed salads.This pleasure wine will be appreciated with friends.
Aging potential
1 to 2 years.
Grape varieties
100% Viognier
Terrisson Wines
195 rue Guy Arnaud
30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
+33 (0)4.66.23.44.22
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