Domaine François VillardCôte-Rôtie Le Gallet Blanc 2023

Product code: 23759
£55.60 inc VAT
£333.60 / case of 6
France
Red Wine from
Rhône, France
Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Côte-Rôtie
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine François Villard
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah
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Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Côte-Rôtie
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine François Villard
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Deep ruby-purple in colour, this wine opens with vibrant aromas of black cherry, blueberry, and hints of violet, olive tapenade, and spice. The palate is smooth and concentrated, delivering dark berry, cola, and subtle liquorice notes with a touch of floral lift. Polished tannins and a spicy, persistent finish complete this elegant, finely balanced Syrah.

Product Notes

Domaine François Villard Côte-Rôtie Le Gallet Blanc wine is a luxury embodiment of the Rhône Valley's mastery. Its aromatic profile unveils blackberry, pepper and smoked meat scents, hinting at its complexity. Made from Syrah grapes, the wine showcases a deep, purplish-red hue. As a full-bodied variant, it convincingly balances acidity and velvety tannin texture with a long, extravagant finish. The wine is lavishly aged, ensuring a mature, inviting palate. Ideal to complement gamey meat dishes, it truly captivates the essence of French viniculture. This vintage is a treasure for any wine connoisseur's collection.

About the Winery

Domaine François Villard

Nestled in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Domaine François Villard is truly an emblem of French viticulture. Founded in 1989 by the eponymous François Villard, this winery has garnered extensive admiration for its dedication towards cultivating exquisite wines.

The vineyard, spanning over 30 hectares, is home to a striking variety of grapes. Maison François Villard smiles upon the Mediterranean climate that makes it conducive to grow Syrah, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier, the famed grape varieties of the Rhône Valley. Each vineyard is treated distinctly, as different as their soils and as singular as the grape they harbour. Promising an amalgamation of elegance, complexity, and longevity, their wines truly echo the essence of the terrain.

Also, they lean towards organic and biodynamic farming techniques, as endorsed by François Villard himself. This ideology stems from the belief that wine should not just reflect the grape but also the very essence of the terroir from which they sprout. While he's keen to experiment with different vineyard management techniques, François Villard is committed to maintaining the quality and consistency of his wines, above anything else/

The winery not only caters to the bonvivant, with a marvellous range of wines, but it is also an open house for tours and tastings to share the nuanced art of winemaking. Visitors can absorb the authentic French spirit, viewing the cellars and barrels, understanding the bottling process, and immersing themselves in the voyage from grape to glass.

The prestige and distinction of Domaine François Villard derives from its meticulous cultivation, innovative ethos, and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a keen novice, a visit to their vineyards will surely offer an engaging sojourn into the French wine-making tradition.

https://www.domainevillard.com

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