Vacqueyras blanc AOC 2021 1500ml Magnum

Wine Tasting Notes for Vacqueyras blanc AOC 2021 1500ml Magnum by d’Ouréa

Colour & Appearance

Pale straw yellow with vibrant, luminous highlights in the glass.

Nose

An olfactory feast reminiscent of a Southern French market: mature aromas of pear, quince and juicy Charentais melon emerge, supported by refreshing citrus notes of green mandarin and fragrant orange blossom. Savoury tones of fennel, aniseed and chervil meet jasmine, adding intrigue and complexity to the bouquet.

Palate

On the palate, the wine presents itself as remarkably disciplined and focused. Instead of opulent fruit, taut precision and pure herbal spice take centre stage. Notes of bay leaf, wild thyme and olive leaves evoke the Southern French garrigue. A cool minerality lends texture, grip and structure.

Finish

A long, taut and saline finish, supported by crisp acidity, leaving a lasting impression of incredible drive.

Terroir & Origin

Adrien Roustan sources the grapes for this white Vacqueyras from a tiny single vineyard plot measuring just 0.30 hectares. The east-facing slope is defined by blue and yellow clay. The high elevation of Domaine d’Ouréa in the foothills of the Dentelles de Montmirail brings cool nights, which preserve the freshness and vitality of the vines in the hot southern Rhône.

Grape Variety & Winemaking

A blend of 80% Clairette and 20% Bourboulenc. The grapes are hand-harvested and whole-bunch pressed. Fermentation takes place spontaneously using indigenous yeasts. Maturation lasts six months exclusively in concrete tanks, entirely untouched by new oak, to capture the pure expression of the terroir. Bottling in the 1500ml magnum provides ideal conditions for graceful ageing and the preservation of freshness.

Food Pairings

An excellent match for rabbit confit with Herbes de Provence, lemon zest and a baby artichoke salad, a hearty seafood Ribollita, or a vegetarian bean and potato Cassoulet infused with summer savoury and black olives.

Key Characteristics

This rare white appellation from Vacqueyras displays a fascinating, almost alpine freshness in this vintage. A grand, understated white wine from the Southern Rhône, whose ageing potential is further enhanced by the magnum bottle.