Name of the wine: The 5 Terroirs
Type of wine: White wine
Grape variety used: Grenache Blanc, Clairette
Appellation: AOP Ventoux
Aromatic and taste description: Les 5 Terroirs is an exceptional white wine from the AOP Ventoux appellation. Its dress has a beautiful straw yellow color with brilliant reflections. On the nose, it reveals delicate citrus aromas such as lemon and peach, as well as floral notes of white flowers. On the palate, this white wine offers a nice freshness with a balanced acidity, highlighting flavors of white-fleshed fruits such as pear and apricot. The minerality of the terroir is also revealed, bringing complexity and elegance. The finish is persistent and harmonious.
Recommended food and wine pairings: Les 5 Terroirs goes perfectly with grilled fish, seafood, Mediterranean dishes, as well as fresh goat cheese.
Recommended serving temperature: Between 8°C and 10°C
Shelf life and aging potential: Les 5 Terroirs can be tasted as soon as it is bottled to take advantage of its freshness and fruity character. It also has aging potential of 3 to 5 years, during which it will continue to fully express its delicate aromas and complexity.
History and culture of the winery or wine region: Les 5 Terroirs is produced in the AOP Ventoux wine region in the south of France. This appellation is renowned for its unique terroir, its soils rich in clay and limestone, as well as for its Mediterranean climate, which gives the wines a beautiful expression of the terroir. The name "Les 5 Terroirs" refers to the diversity of the plots of vines used to produce this wine, each bringing its own character to the final wine. The wine estate that produces Les 5 Terroirs is committed to viticulture that respects the environment, thus preserving biodiversity and the health of the soil.
Technical information on the wine: The grapes of Les 5 Terroirs are harvested manually at optimum maturity, then carefully sorted before being delicately pressed to extract the delicate aromas of the fruit. Fermentation is carried out at low temperature in stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and aromas of the wine.
Comments and tasting notes from wine experts: Les 5 Terroirs, a white wine from the AOP Ventoux, has been hailed by wine critics for its finesse, elegance and authentic expression of the terroir.