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Domaine de L’HortusBourboulenc(Vaucluse)Roussanne

Domaine de L’HortusDomaine de l Hortus

St. Guilhem le Desert IGP

30% Roussanne, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Viognier, 10% Sauvignon Gris, 10% Chardonnay, 5% Petit Manseng, 5% Bourboulenc

6,2507,1503545hl/Ha

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This is a wonderful blend sourced from young vineyards of Domaine de L’Hortus, including indigenous grapes to show its unique characters. Especially Bourboulenc (Old variety originated from Vaucluse (Provence), show citrus with medium aroma intensity and hints of smoke and Roussanne, aromatic, herbal tea, spring blossom and beautiful acidity for medium term cellaring.

Domaine de L’Hortus wines are from the great Terroir of Pic St Loup. This range comes in three colours : red, ros and white. The red grapes grow in land parcels low in the foothills, whilst the whites grow at the bottom of the valley. In both cases the plants are less exposed to the elements than those that grow on the higher slopes. Overall, the grapes mature later than those destined for the Domaine de l Hortus range. ts a combination of soil type and climate that results in the grapes ripening very late. But it also results in the wines excellent balance between acidity and aromatic complexity.

Appellation:
St. Guilhem le Desert IGP , Southern France

Country of Origin:
France

Type:
White/Blanc (Still)

Terroir:
Land parcels at the bottom of the valley. Soil made up largely of alluvial deposits. These are a mix of hard limestone from the cliff sides and from softer limestone deposited on the slopes as the river carved out its bed. Gentle slopes. Altitude varies from 150-200 metres.

Grape Varieties:
30% Roussanne, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Viognier, 10% Sauvignon Gris, 10% Chardonnay, 5% Petit Manseng, 5% Bourboulenc.

Yields:
35 to 45 hl/ha for land parcels with a density of between 6250 – 7150 plants per hectare.

Vinification:
Direct pressure. Clarification in cool. Fermentation for 3 to 4 weeks.

Maturing:
4 months in vats. Bottled towards the end of winter.

Tasting Notes:
Pale gold colour with green hints. Powerful and ripe grapefruit, pineapple aromas with hints of menthol and white flowers. On the palate, full bodied, fresh, soft, peachy, crisp acidity, very balanced. Menthol and white flower finish.