• 2020 Eric Texier Les Chailles Blanc
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2020 Eric Texier Les Chailles Blanc

Viticulture in Brézème on primarily limestone marl south-facing steep hillsides dating back to Roman times, with vineyards revived by Éric Texier. This Roussanne was declassified to Vin de France due to no additions of SO2. The wine showcases pure intensity with saline minerality from the limestone terroir and a pronounced backbone of acidity that defies the typical soft, rounded Roussanne style, making it a strong candidate for ageing.
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Specs

Type: White
Grapes: Roussanne
Winemaker: Éric Texier
Vintage: 2020

Geography

Country: France
Region: Rhône Valley
Sub-region: Brézème
Vineyard: n/a
 

Farming

Grapes are hand-harvested from select parcels with rocky, limestone-rich soils in Brézème. Some of Éric Texier's wines are farmed organically or biodynamically, though specific certification for this wine is not detailed.
 

Harvest

Sustainable and organic farming practices
 

Fermentation

Native yeast fermentation in large ceramic tanks
 

Aging

Aged on the lees for 15 months in large ceramic tanks, then bottled by hand