Alcohol: 12.5%
Grape(s): 100% Viognier
Localization: Cotes de Provence, France
Tasting Notes: Fermentation and maturation took place in stainless steel vats at low temperatures to best capture the rich and fruity profile of this variety. Light lemon color with golden, shiny reflections. The bouquet is quite aromatic and fresh, full of stone fruit aromas such as apricot or peach, as well as mango and floral nuances, including honeysuckle. The taste is elegant and delicate, with an aftertaste of pears and other orchard fruits with floral accents.
Food pairing: Perfect as an aperitif, with appetizers, salads, goat cheese, fish and seafood.
The Domain: Lands cultivated by Romans, a typical château from 16th centuries, 45 hectares of vines in a preserved and authentic 300 hectares nature : welcome to Château Barbebelle, one of the oldest vineyard of Aix en Provence ! It is the stronghold of the Herbeau family. An history that continues with the 4th generation: Madeleine decided to join her father to write in four hands the future of the family business. Together, they intend to continue to consolidate the reputation of home wines, and highlight the qualities and the typicity of their terroir in France and in many countries.
At 16 kms of Aix-en-Provence, on the road to the Luberon, the Coteaux d’Aix en Provence vineyard occupies 45 hectares in a single estate of 300 hectares. It is in the heart of a protected wildlife, between cypress trees, pines and holm oaks, that vines draw all their wealth to give quality wines. The grape varieties of the appellation (grenache, syrah, cabernet sauvignon, cinsault, vermentino, sauvignon …) are settled on a homogeneous territory of clayey-limestone slopes on a hilly relief, favorable to viticulture, very representative of Provence » Our vineyards in Coteaux enjoy an excellent sunshine. Nevertheless, they do not suffer too much from the heat. Clay and limestone soils retain moisture. The rugged relief ensures good ventilation and the average altitude of the vineyard – 370 meters – gives us fresh nights even in summer. Finally, the mistral de Provence naturally cleanses the grapes. This brings a little respite to our plants which ripen with more regularity. In addition, the field practices respect for the environment and for quality a reasoned agriculture validated by the label « Mediterranean nutrition »: treatments are minimized and weed control is mechanical.
