Chateau de Saint Cosme Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2004

Something new in the Cotes du Rhone blanc 2004: a new source for Clairette. Planted in 1950, this vineyard parcel is located in the Gigondas AC at an altitude of 400 meters. The soil base is clay, which allows the Clairette to cope well with drought. The interest of these low-yielding vines is the minerality they bring to the final blend. The Clairette was harvested very early to preserve the minerality, acidity and fruity purity. The Roussanne and Marsanne, on their limestone terroir, have proved consistent under varying vintage conditions. These grapes don't seem to care about the vintage and have adapted to whatever weather Mother Nature throws at them. These two varieties have been Saint Cosme's base for its white wine for years.