Château l'Ermitage Cuvée Tradition Blanc Costières de Nîmes 2010
Château l’Ermitage was founded in the 11 century by the Ermites of Ste Cécile d’Estagel Abbay. It is situated on the pilgrimage route of Santiago de Compostella. The estate's total surface covers 80 hectares of sunny south-facing vineyards, which benefit from the airy Mediterranean climate. Michel and Jérôme Castillon, the domain's owners, are counted amongst the Rhône valley's most dynamic and talented winegrowers. The work that they accomplish allows the grape to breathe out and the use of oak barrels for ageing is restricted as much as possible.
Tasting Notes: Great balance between the fleshiness of the Grenache Blanche and the acidity of the Roussanne. It is rare to find a white wine from southern France with such a good acidity level. Pairing: As an aperitif, but also with asparagus, fish, white meat "à la crème", and veal chops "forestière". Color: white Varietal: 60% Roussanne, 20% Grenache Blanche, 20% Viognier Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Costières de Nîmes Producer Website:http://www.chateau-ermitage.com/
Château l'Ermitage Sainte Cécile Blanc Costières de Nîmes 2010
Located in Saint-Gilles on a plateau above Nîmes. South facing slopes of the Costières de Nîmes. The Costières de Nîmes are situated in the Rhône valley's most southern part, on the opposite bank of the Rhône with regards to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Three months of barrel aging.
Tasting Notes: Rich and long on the palate, with an excellent balance and a good acidity. Pairing: As an aperitif. It may also be served with dishes made with cream and white meat. Color: white Varietal: 60% Roussane, 20% Viognier, 20% Grenache Blanche Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Costières de Nîmes Producer Website:http://www.chateau-ermitage.com/
Château l'Ermitage Cuvée Tradition Rouge Costières de Nîmes 2010
This wine is the flagship product of the domain. It symbolizes the Castillon's capacity to extract the most from their soils with an honest to goodness and very fruity wine.
Tasting Notes: Fresh and very fruity. A thirst-quenching wine that is a little tannic but mellow. Pairing: Barbecue, T-bone steak, lamb chops, "cévenole" chitterlings sausage, matured cheeses. Color: red Varietal: 50% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Costières de Nîmes Producer Website:http://www.chateau-ermitage.com/
Château l'Ermitage Sainte Cécile Rouge Costières de Nîmes 2010
Barrel aged for 11 months for rounding off the tannins.
Tasting Notes: Perfect balance between the strength of the fruit and a knowledgeable maturing in the barrel. Even when drunk very young it already shows a beautiful maturity. Can be cellared. Pairing: Red meats, game, strong cheese, pepper steak. Color: red Varietal: 60% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Costières de Nîmes Producer Website:http://www.chateau-ermitage.com/
