Roussillon
Le Soula - Côtes Catalanes - Blanc - 2018
Characteristics
Country / Region: Roussillon
Vintage: 2018
Name: IGP Côtes Catalanes
Grape variety: Vermentino, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne & Macabeu
Alcohol: 13.5 vol.
Color: White
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
Wine rated 94/100 by Revue des Vins de France.
Wine:
With its subtle grilled reduction and honeyed notes, the 2018 White IGP Côtes Catalanes marks another success. The beautiful tension and delicate bitters on the finish highlight this exceptional white from Roussillon, which embraces its high-altitude character—vibrant and elongated, yet still substantial. Rated 94/100 by RVF.Vinification:
Hand harvested. Traditional vinification. Aged for 22 months in demi-muids, foudres and vats.Color:
Bright pale yellow.Nose:
Delicate aromas of quince, toast and charcoal underlined by a touch of honey.Palate:
A full, gourmet structure with notes of tart candy and a mineral finish on the palate.
Temperature:
Serve between 10 and 12°C.Food and wine pairing:
Scallops, seafood risotto, roast poultry.Cellar aging:
From now until 2027
Launched by Gérard Gauby, the star winemaker of Roussillon, Domaine du Soula produces exceptional wines, certified biodynamic. Mark Walford, former British importer of Gauby's wines, has taken over the magnificent Fenouillèdes region to cultivate old vines on these high-altitude terroirs.
The results exceed expectations, earning a star in the RVF Guide; these are distinctive wines marked by freshness and energy, two attributes that have always been the hallmark of the estate. Exceptional quality in both red and white wines, always under the watchful eye of Gérard Gauby; the second RVF star is within reach!