Les Hauts d'Eole

2013 Crozes-Hermitage White Blend

Les Hauts D Eole, a captivating white blend from the esteemed Crozes-Hermitage region, showcases the brilliance of the 2013 vintage. This wine shines with a delightful complexity, presenting a medium-bodied structure that combines elegance with depth. The acidity is bright, lending a refreshing quality that beckons a range of food pairings, while the fruit intensity is prominent, revealing vibrant notes of stone fruits and citrus that dance on the palate. On the finish, there's a subtle dryness that adds intrigue, making this wine not only enjoyable on its own but also a perfect companion for various culinary adventures. With its harmonious balance, Les Hauts D Eole is truly a remarkable expression of its terroir.

Tasting notes:

White Flowers

Honey

White Peach

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Crozes-Hermitage

The largest appellation in France's Northern Rhône sub-region, Crozes-Hermitage is famed for its sophisticated reds made exclusively from the Syrah grape. Sitting on the east bank of the Rhône River and covering more territory than its smaller neighbors, Crozes-Hermitage wines are quite diverse. Dark berry flavors with violet aromas are the typical style here, although wines from sunnier south- and west-facing slopes tend to have more dried herb and tobacco notes. As well as vineyard orientation, soils play a vital role in Crozes-Hermitage. These range from dense gravel to red clay and light sands, highlighting the importance of terroir on a wine's character. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestige of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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