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/
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/
Domaine l'Ermitage Le Muscat vin doux naturel Vin de France 2010
The fermentation of this wine is stopped through the addition of a small amount of distillate of wine when there is only 85g of non-fermented sugar remaining (fortification).
Tasting Notes: Fresh and elegant wine with an excellent sugar-acidity balance Pairing: Enjoy it as an aperitif, with foie gras, nougat ice cream, or simply on its own. Color: white Varietal: 100% Muscat petits grains Bottle Volume (ml): 500 Appellation: Vin de France Producer Website:http://www.chateau-ermitage.com/
Making Muscat is an old tradition in Beaumes de Venise. Its fame spreads thanks to the Pope of Avignon, around the year 1300. Two villages are allowed to produce Muscat: Beaumes de Venise and Aubignan. The total surface is around 350 hectares for a production of 10 000 hectoliters. This particular Muscat is made from 80 year old vines.
Tasting Notes: Nice roundness on the palate combined with a perfectly balanced finish, with notes of Muscat, litchis, mango, pear and citrus fruits. The persistency on the palate is really fresh. Pairing: Enjoy it as an aperitif, with foie gras, fig compote or desserts with fruits. Color: white Varietal: Muscat Bottle Volume (ml): 500 Appellation: Muscat de Beaumes de Venise Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
Pierre Amadieu La Paillousse Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc 2010
Vinified in oak barrels.
Tasting Notes: Yellow color with green tints. Round but fresh, displaying fragrances of fennel, pear, apple and notes of grilled nuts. Pairing: Perfect match with grilled fish with a touch of fennel and Provencal herbs, lobsters, etc. Color: white Varietal: Grenache Blanche, Bourboulenc, Clairette Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Châteauneuf du Pape Blanc Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
Pierre Amadieu Roulepierre Blanc Côtes du Rhône 2010
Family estate for 3 generations, located in the famous village of Gigondas, in the southern Rhône valley.
Tasting Notes: Refreshing, fruity and crisp. Pairing: Pairs great with grilled fish and oysters, or whatever you are in the mood for! Color: white Varietal: Grenache Blanche, Clairette Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Côtes du Rhône Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
Cave de Rasteau Les Crapons Rasteau Côtes du Rhône Villages 2009
From 40 year old vines. Aged in concrete tanks.
Tasting Notes: Ruby red, with aromas of red fruits, spices and licorice, supported by a nice structure and soft tannins. Pairing: Roasted veal or poultry, casserole, and fresh goat and sheep cheeses. Color: red Varietal: 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Rasteau Côtes du Rhône Villages Rating: 89pts Wine Spectator Producer Website:http://www.rasteau.com/
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.
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/
Made by Fanny Breuil, oenologist and Swiss Cellars' former sales representative, and a colleague of hers. Blend from several vineyards, some on the valley floor and some on the hillsides, all certified organic. No oak aging in order to preserve the fruit.
Tasting Notes: Open bouquet with notes of pepper, violets and black currant. Round palate with velvety structure, soft and pleasant tannins. Flavors of black currant, garrigue and rosemary.
Pairing: Pairs nicely with grilled vegetables, roasted lamb and beef, game, chocolate and red fruit desserts. Color: red Varietal: 85% Grenache, 5% Syrah, 5% Cinsault, 5% Carignan Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Ventoux
Pierre Amadieu La Paillousse Châteauneuf du Pape 2009
The soil is made of big round pebbles where vines can nevertheless take root. The big pebbles keep the heat of the day and release it at night, benefiting the vines. Aged in oak casks for 14 months.
Tasting Notes: A deep purple colour, some delicate red fruits and fig aromas on the nose. On the palate, velvety aromas of black fruits, mint, liquorice, garrigue. Pairing: With game and mushrooms, and also with licorice ice. Color: red Varietal: 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Châteauneuf du Pape Rating: 90pts Wine Spectator Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
Southern Rhône Valley above the village of Gigondas. Vines planted on terraces in the foothills of the famous “Dentelles de Montmirail", at a height of 1200 feet. Partially aged in barrels, the rest being aged in large oak casks.
Pierre Amadieu Les Caladières Crozes-Hermitage 2010
The vineyard is located in the northern part of the Rhône Valley with a wide range of soils making for complex aromas and great bottles.
Tasting Notes: Deep red color. On the nose, blackcurrant and raspberry fragrances with a hint of violet are very typical of Syrah wines, moving to truffles and mushrooms after a few years. Delicate, the palate is silky but powerful, showing red fruit notes. Tannins are round and soft. Pairing: Charming, it will match perfectly with a roasted beef in sauce or a veal escalope on a bed of fresh vegetables. Color: red Varietal: Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Crozes-Hermitage Rating: 89pts Wine Spectator Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
Grown on very steep slopes typical of the St-Joseph appellation. Partially aged in new oak.
Tasting Notes: Fragrances of blackcurrant and raspberry balanced with leather and licorice scents. Subtle flavors of small red fruits and violet, moving to powerful mineral and animal notes with a touch of cocoa. Silky tannins and good length. Pairing: Perfect with a filet of beef while young, or later with a stuffed pheasant or chocolate truffles. Color: red Varietal: Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Saint-Joseph Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
Tasting Notes: "Vivid and pure, with a gorgeous violet edge guiding the sleek core of linzer torte, blackberry pâte de fruit and plum sauce. Then the floral edge checks back, while a graphite spine emerges steadily through the finish." (Wine Spectator) Color: red Varietal: Grenache, Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Vinsobres Rating: 91pts Wine Spectator Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
From a third generation family-owned domain of 280 acres, of which approximately 150 acres were planted with vines over the years.
Tasting Notes: Very fruity in the nose. Medium-bodied with tannins that are present but soft, and a sweet touch of licorice. A mouth-filling wine in the pure Rhône style. Pairing: Red grilled meats, Provençal dishes, pasta, chicken, etc. Color: red Varietal: 75% Grenache, 25% Syrah Bottle Volume (ml): 750 Appellation: Côtes du Rhône Producer Website:http://www.pierre-amadieu.com/
