M. Chapoutier La Ciboise Blanc
AOC Luberon, Rhône
Tasting Notes
A blend of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Viognier and Roussanne, all from sustainable vineyards, this wine features the expressive aromas of white flowers (jasmine), peach and exotic fruit. The rich flavors and round texture are perfectly balanced, with a zingy, saline finish.
Food Pairings
Enjoy with grilled or roasted white meats. Also pairs well with fish, shellfish, or a fresh goat cheese salad.
Vintage Notes
The 2022 vintage in Luberon included a mix of contrasting climatic conditions. Winter and spring were particularly mild and very dry. Record high temperatures were recorded in May, followed by a sunny and hot summer. The grapes were managed with care, harvested and sorted at ideal windows to ensure wines with compelling aromatics, freshness and great balance.
Winemaking Notes
Total destemming followed by a gentle pressing. Cold static settling. Low temperature alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats. The wine is protected from oxygen to preserve its aromatic potential.
5 months ageing on the fine lees in stainless steel vats.
Vineyard Notes
The selected vines are planted in Miocene sands and limestone scree at an altitude of 200-450 meters. Vineyards at this altitude are subject to varying diurnal temperatures giving the wine its freshness.
Technical Info
Varietals: Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Vermentino, Viognier, Clairette Blanche
Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%
Tasting Notes
A blend of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Ugni Blanc and Rousanne, all from sustainable vineyards, this wine features the aroma of white blossom, lemon and exotic fruit. The fresh flavors and round texture are perfectly balanced, with a long finish.
Food Pairings
Grilled and roasted white meats. Enjoy with fish, shellfish, and salads such as shrimp or a fresh goat’s cheese salad. Perfect also for picnics with mild creamy cheeses.
Winemaking Notes
Harvesting is carried out at night, by machine, to limit oxidation and preserve the aromatic qualities. Total destemming followed by a gentle pressing. Cold static settling. Low temperature alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats. The wine is protected from oxygen to preserve its aromatic potential.
Vineyard Notes
As the selected vines are planted in Miocene sands and limestone scree of altitude 200 for 450 metres, they are subject to a wide range of temperatures over the day which gives the wine its freshness.
Technical Info
Alcohol by Volume: 13.0% Grapes: Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Roussanne, Viognier, Clairette
Tasting Notes
A blend of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Ugni Blanc and Rousanne, all from sustainable vineyards, this wine features the aroma of white blossom, lemon and exotic fruit. The fresh flavors and round texture are perfectly balanced, with a long finish.
Food Pairings
Grilled and roasted white meats. Enjoy with fish, shellfish, and salads such as shrimp or a fresh goat’s cheese salad. Perfect also for picnics with mild creamy cheeses.
Winemaking Notes
Harvesting is carried out at night, by machine, to limit oxidation and preserve the aromatic qualities. Total destemming followed by a gentle pressing. Cold static settling. Low temperature alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats. The wine is protected from oxygen to preserve its aromatic potential.
Vineyard Notes
As the selected vines are planted in Miocene sands and limestone scree of altitude 200 for 450 metres, they are subject to a wide range of temperatures over the day which gives the wine its freshness.
Technical Info
13.0% Alcohol by Volume <.08 g/L 3.28 pH 5.05 g/L Total Acidity