Xavier Vignon Côtes du Rhône Blanc is a radiant and approachable Southern Rhône white, a vibrant blend of Viognier, Roussanne, and Grenache Blanc that offers juicy pear, lime, floral nuances, and balanced minerality. Elegant and versatile, it pairs wonderfully with scallops, poultry in creamy sauces, grilled fish, and cheese plates, perfect for both lively gatherings and elegant meals.
Wine Profile
Region
:
Cote De Rhone
Classification
:
AOC
Appellation
:
Cote du Rhone Villages
LWIN
:
2893060
Flavours
Floral
Green Apple
Pear
Honeysuckle
Minerality
Citrus zest
Food Pair
Curry
Seafood
Salads
Biryani
Chilli crab
Char kuay teow
Surf and turf
Shell Fish
About this WINE
Viogneir
Peach, apricot, violets and lavenderOnce a rare white wine grape, historically grown in the Rhône Valley and Languedoc regions of France, Viognier is now a popular varietal found around the world, particularly, in California.With its increasing popularity many consider the variety an important grape and an interesting alternative to Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.With its increasing popularity many consider the variety an important grape and an interesting alternative to Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.With its increasing popularity many consider the variety an important grape and an interesting
Roussanne
Roussanne is a refined Rhône white grape offering flavours of pear, apricot, honeysuckle, and herbal tea, with a silky, waxy texture. Fresh and floral in youth, it matures into honeyed, nutty elegance with age. Versatile at the table, it pairs beautifully with seafood, poultry in creamy sauces, or refined vegetarian dishes.
Grenache White
Grenache Blanc is a Rhône white grape offering flavours of green apple, pear, citrus, and subtle florals, with a smooth, rounded texture. Combining richness with freshness, it pairs beautifully with seafood, roast poultry, creamy risottos, and soft cheeses, while also ageing into honeyed, nutty elegance.Texture & Structure:
Medium- to full-bodied with a round, supple mouthfeel and moderate acidity. Often higher in alcohol, it brings weight and structure to blends, while retaining a smooth, elegant texture.
Ageing Potential:
Enjoyable in its youth for vibrant orchard and citrus fruits, b
Côtes du RhôneAt the generic level, the official AOC Côtes du Rhône region stretches 200 km from Vienne in the north to Avignon in the south and from the foothills of the Massif Central in the west to the fore-slopes of the Vaucluse and Luberon mountains east of the town of Orange. 171 communes in the French departments of Ardèche, Bouches du Rhône, Drôme, Gard, Loire, and Vaucluse are concerned with production from the 83,839 (2008) hectares of vineyard. The average yield is 52 hectolitres per hectare. Wines of all three colours must have a minimum alcohol content of 11%. The average annual p...
