Dentelle Blanc

Domaine Rouge-Bleu · Rhône, France
Dentelle white is a blend of 13 local grape varietals. Aromatic notes of apricot with tropical hints. Crisp acidity with stone fruit flavours filling the mid palate. A soft, well balanced finish. A wonderful aperitif, this white wine is delicious either with food or on its own.

Farming
Biodynamic Practices

Harvest type
Hand-harvested

Varietal
Vermentino, Marsanne, Clairette Blanc, Roussanne, Viognier, Carignan Blanc, Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Gros Manseng, Chenin Blanc, Muscat Petits Grains, picpoul, Grenache Gris.

Age of Vineyard
Planted in 2009

Vessel
Tank and old barrel

Vineyard Yield
30hl/ha

Soil Type
Stony soil

Annual Production
8000 bottles

Vinification
Hand-harvested early in the season to retain the natural acidity of the fruit, our 13 grapes varietals are picked at sunrise to retain freshness and brought to the cellar in small containers for direct pressing. Partly barrel fermented with wild yeasts, maturation takes places in tank and old barrel (with lees stirring) followed by light filtration prior to bottling at the Domaine in January following harvest. Minimal sulphite addition. Screwcap has been chosen to retain the freshness and primary aromas of this wine.