Llum, Côtes Catalanes blanc IGP 2022

Wine description for Llum, Côtes Catalanes blanc IGP 2022 from Roc des Anges

Colour & appearance

Rich straw yellow in colour with a characteristic reddish tinge reminiscent of a Blanc de Noirs is a first indication of Marjorie Gallet's unconventional approach.

Nose

Surprisingly fresh and elegant for a southern Frenchman: Lemoncurdripe yellow flowers and subtle Pineapple-notes merge with fine Pear und subtilen Holzaromen. Die Nase verrät kaum die südliche Herkunft – hier entstehen gleichsam “Burgunder im Roussillon”.

Palate

Creamy texture meets lively citrus notes. The Lemoncurd-character continues, accompanied by the special acidity of green berries. Pineapple and finer Pear. A subtle southern spiciness and clear minerality give the wine depth, while the used wood plays elegantly in the background. Remarkably fresh and nervous for a 12.5 per cent Roussillon white wine.

General information

This cuvée from grenache gris, Grenache blanc and Macabeu von bis zu 100 Jahre alten Reben wächst auf Schiefer, Ton und Kalkstein im Piémont Pyrénéen Oriental. Spontanvergärung und Ausbau in gebrauchten Barriques schaffen einen Wein, der seinem Namen “Licht” alle Ehre macht.

Food pairing suggestions

The elegant structure harmonises perfectly with Poultry tajine with apricots, Grilled gilthead with fennel greens or Braised fennel with porcini mushrooms. The southern spiciness of the wine ideally complements Mediterranean flavours.

Special features

Marjorie Gallet's signature transforms typical Roussillon grape varieties into a wine of Burgundian elegance. The Llum proves that the south of France is capable of far more than just powerful, heavy white wines - finesse and clarity are created here at a moderate 12.5% alcohol.