| Style | Complex White |
|---|---|
| Producer | Cros de Calades |
| Category | Orange |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone Valley |
| Appellation | Vin de France |
| Grape Variety | Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Barrel | No Barrel |
| Alcohol Content | 12,5% |
| Organic & Biodynamic | Yes, Biodynamic Certified |
| Bottle Format | 750 ml |
| Food & Wine Matching | Aperitif, Cheese, Creamy Cheese, Crudites, Fresh Cheese, Game (Deer – Venison), Light Starters, Mature and hard cheese, Mushrooms, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pasta, Pizza, Pork, Poultry, Risotto, Salads, Seafood, Veal, Vegetable Dishes, White Meats, Cured Meat, Oysters, Raw Seafood |
Dolmen Vin de France – Cros de Calades
Vinification: With a production of 17,000 bottles, this wine captures the essence of its terroir. Sourced from 30-year-old vines in ancient argilo-calcareous soils between the Rhône and the Cévennes, it thrives in a Mediterranean climate. A blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Viognier, it undergoes fermentation with indigenous yeasts, lasting 40 days in stainless steel. Unfined and unfiltered, it may develop a slight natural deposit, and is aged for six months in stainless steel, enhancing its vibrant character.
Tasting note: This skin-contact white, is macerated on the skins to achieve a vibrant hue and a rich, complex personality. The nose reveals a tapestry of dried fruit, herbal nuances, and gentle spice. Despite its full-bodied character and firm structure, it maintains a lightness with bright acidity, culminating in a long, dry, and aromatic finish that showcases its beautiful complexity.