Berthollier, Chignin Bergeron, Exception
Brilliant gold in color. Powerful aromas of dried apricots, honey, white peach and exotic fruit underlined by a hint of spice and smokiness. Full and powerful palate of dried apricot, candied fruit and citrus with an underlying richness. Beautifully fresh with a slight spiciness associated with superb minerality. Use as an aperitif with canapés. With salmon carpaccio, white meats and freshwater fish, rich, soft cheeses, goat cheese or Roquefort.
Winery: Denis & Didier BerthollierAppellation: Vin de Savoie
Average age of vines: N/A
Farming Methods: Organic Agriculture: Certified Biodynamic
Maturation: Matured on fine lees (the choicest). Vinification without sulphite, just a very little use if necessary at the bottling
Soil: Scree soils ensure the regulation of water and rapid warming. Dominantly limestone earth with some clay creates specific aromas and mineral characteristics.
Varietal: 100% Roussanne
Vineyard Orientation: Steeply sloping south, south-west facing hillsides in the southern part of the Savoie.
Vineyard Size: N/A