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Château Pesquié Quintessence Blanc 2018
Sud de France, FranceQuintessence Blanc is the top white at Pesquié. It is produced in tiny amounts (4000 and 5000 bottles) and is shaped to be an elegant expression of roussanne. The mix is 80/20 roussanne /clairette, with traces of viognier. The grapes are picked and processed separately, with the roussanne fermented and aged in wood for five months, while the clairette remains in stainless steel vats. There is no malolactic fermentation; both varieties are aged in concrete for another six months. The nose opens with complex, fresh florals spiked with pineapple and brown spices. There is terrific minerality here translated in a big way by the clairette. Rich and balanced, the salty notes sell this wine and take it to another level. It is best with rich dishes like truffle risotto.Tasted: 12 August 2019Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $28.49 | 750ml | private wine shops |
| AB | $26.99 | 750ml | private wine shops |
| QC | $28.85 | 750ml | SAQ |
Blend: Roussanne - ClairetteCSPC: 196934UPC: 3760149592725
