Archange Blanc
O C t u x B l a n c A r c h a n g e
Archange White is the domaine's exceptional answer to great white burgundy. It is made for refined dishes like fish in a cream and saffron sauce. It will also go well with more elaborate chicken dishes.
Assemblage
95% Roussanne, 5% Bourboulenc.
Vinification
Handpicked in the cool early morning, the grapes were crushed, destemmed and gently pressed. After 48hrs cold settling, the juice is racked and transferred to barrels for fermentation by natural yeasts. The wine matures on lees for 8 months before being filtered and bottled. Malo-lactic fermentation is avoided to preserve the wine’s elegance and exceptionality.
Analysis
Alcohol content is 13.5%
Production
120 cases of twelve bottles.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Bright, yellow with green lights.
Nose: Intense, chiefly small white blossoms and vine peaches, ending with a smoky note and a hint of vanilla.
Palate: Rich, it is both creamy and intense on the palate, with a refreshing skein of acidity. There is an aromatic element of white fruit, tinned peaches and ginger. It is long with a certain minerality.
Cellaring: Enjoy now to benefit from its floral notes and minerals or wait to three years to experience honey tones being expressed.
