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Domaine Vendange Roussette de Savoie Madame de M...text
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Domaine Vendange Roussette de Savoie Madame de M... 2019

Savoie, FranceLocated in Combe de Savoie, on the foothills of the Massif des Bauges, Domaine Vendange stretches over 10 organically farmed hectares, on south facing slopes of youthful glacial till / limestone scree. The Vendange family has been involved with the viticulture and agronomic industries for many years, and are one of the largest vine nurseries in the region. After studying viticulture and oenology in Beaune, Benjamin Vendange returned in 2015 to the family property. With his partner Diane Gounel, oenologist from Languedoc-Roussillon, the step was taken to start their own estate with the family’s holdings. This Altesse (aka Roussette) is from 20 year old vines, native fermented long and cool in stainless, with 1/3 going through MLF. This then rested 10 months in a mix of older barrels and stainless. There's a lovely lees slick running the length of this slender white, basing quince, elderflower, hawthorne, pear skin, and tangerine rind. Acidity is alpine bright, carrying this to a saline finish. A striking wine, with ample interest and charm.Tasted: 08 March 2022Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:
BC$25.00750mlprivate liquor stores
BC$26.99750mlBCLS
Producer: Domaine Earl Vendange & FilsDistributors: Cru Terroir Wines + Spirits Ltd.
Le Sommelier Inc.
Grape: Altesse (Roussette)UPC: 3760276750036