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Vallée du Rhône

EXPRESSIVE AND CONCENTRATED

The harvests Initial tastings

The harvests were carried out over two different The Côtes-du-Rhône whites are very expressive,
periods due to the weather. Firstly, at the end of characterized by a good concentration of aromatic
August, when temperatures were average for the compounds and well-balanced acidity on the palate.
time of year; secondly, in very hot conditions during The Côtes-du-Rhône reds have lovely colour and
the month of September. All of the appellations were expressive aromas. The plots that were harvested in
in good health. The harvest finished at the end of August, before the very hot weather, exhibit supple,
September with the Crus. elegant tannins and a clean finish.
20 August: the harvest begins with grapes for the The red Crus, which were picked during the September
th
rosé wines. heatwave, are notable for being nicely concentrated
st
31 August: the first whites: Viognier and Grenache on the palate, with firm tannins, beautifully-balanced
blanc followed by Syrah in the Pont du Gard (plateau all round, natural sweetness and freshness reinforced
de Signargues) area. by a lovely long finish.
Start of September for other grape varieties
End of September: the Crus, including Châteauneuf-
du-Pape.

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