Crous St Martin Cotes du Rhone “Les Etriers” Blanc
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Crous Saint Martin Côtes Du Rhône ‘Les Entriers’ Blanc originates from beautiful terroirs composed of sand and clay with a few pebbles, primarily found in Courthézon and the southern region of Orange.
- The vines are an average age of 35 years old.
- This wine can be enjoyed now or aged for an additional 2 to 5 years after its release.
Varietal Composition: 50% Viognier, 25% Grenache, 25% Clairette
Elaboration: Hand harvested.
Tasting Notes: Bright light-yellow wine with beautiful reflections. Nose of exotic fruits brought by the Viognier varietal, then comes Grenache and Clairette with its delicate nose of white flowers.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
An overnight blockbuster for us immediately upon arrival two vintages back, Crous St Martin is a collaboration between Rhone expert Harry Bosmans and Eric Bonnet of Domaine Bastide Saint Dominique. Harry is a household name amongst quality growers in the Rhone Valley and an invaluable resource thanks to his skill on both the production side and on the sales side. Eric’s family has been growing grapes in the north-east corner of the Chateauneuf-du-Pape appellation for three generations now, with 120 acres of vines in their name. Eric’s father began to make wines at Bastide Saint Dominique in 1980, quickly establishing the property as an elite player in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Eric, now 39 years old, spent his early winemaking years up North in Burgundy, and that influence still shows in the delicate balance he is able to achieve between power and detail.