Chapoutier - IGP Collines Rhodaniennes - Bituit et Maximus - Marsanne - White - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 White IGP Collines Rhodaniennes Bituit et Maximus, crafted entirely from Marsanne, is fresh and vibrant, showcasing perfect ripeness and purity. Delicate hints of apricot add complexity, while its lively energy and balance make it a pleasure to drink. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with goat cheese, it’s a beautifully precise wine that earned 90/100 from the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand-harvested and mechanical, vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats and aged on fine lees for 6 to 7 months in stainless steel tanks.

Color:

Pale yellow with green highlights.

Nose:

Apricot flavors mingle with notes of white fruit.

Palate:

This perfectly ripe wine unfurls its fresh, sparkling juices on a balanced, dynamic whole.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Salmon ceviche with avocado, tartines of crabmeat or crayfish with tzatziki, brochettes of langoustine tails or gambas with preserved lemon.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2027

Michel Chapoutier is a Rhône Valley icon, renowned for his exceptional range of crus. With unparalleled winemaking expertise and an intimate understanding of the region’s vineyards, he has a knack for uncovering the finest terroirs. His wines are remarkably consistent, offering some of the most refined expressions of their appellations. A true benchmark in the world of wine.