Description

Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhone Blanc

In 1971, André Brunel took over the reins of the Domaine. His endless motivation resulted in a rapid growth for the Domaine: repurchasing of Côtes du Rhône and Vins de Pays vines, and launch of the infamous Centenary Cuvée in 1989. He also made some considerable changes in the vine management process by being one of the first people in Châteauneuf-du-Pape to use the ground covering method and to proceed with a non-chemical approach to wine-farming. In 2012, his son, Fabrice Brunel, joined the team so the family history can continue.

Viticulture

The grapes for this wine come from unique vineyards, particularly well-suited for these wines, that are on a hillside exposed to the rising sun but protected from the hotter setting sun by a pine forest. Its position allows the grapes to fully ripen on vines planted in clay earth with a calcareous subsoil. The terroir gives the grapes their floral and exotic characteristics, while preserving their freshness, which is rare for white Côtes du Rhone wines.

Vinification

The grapes were harvested, destemmed and pressed quickly with the resulting juice fermented in concrete vats. The wine was then aged six months to preserve the intense fruit and provide enjoyment from first sip to last.

Tasting Notes

A medium bodied, fresh white wine with notes of ripe peach, summer melon, honey and a touch of balanced minerality. The Roussanne in the blend brings structure and aromatic typicity while Clairette and Grenache Blanc provide ample acidity.

Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhone Blanc Notes to Your Senses:

• APPEARANCE: Golden yellow
• AROMA: Ripe citrus fruits with touches of honey
• TASTE: Fresh and medium bodied, showcasing flavors of ripe peach, summer melon, honey and a touch of minerality
• FINISH: Light, crisp with balanced acidity
• ABV: 13.5%