AOP Vacqueyras Domaine de la Libellule Balnc

AOP Vacqueyras Domaine de la Libellule white

AOP Vacqueyras Domaine de la Libellule white

Brand new cuvée born in 2020. Our Vacqueyras Domaine de la Libellule is made from vineyards located in the village of Sarrians. The Domaine name comes from the dragonfly “Libellule” symbol of the rich biodiversity found in the vineyards showing the good sanitary conditions of the vines.

Terroir
High gravely terraces from Garrigues Sud in Sarrians with pebbles and limestone gravels on brown marl.
Grape varieties
75% Grenache Blanc, 10% Roussanne, 5% Viognier, 5% Clairette, 5% Marsanne
Winemaking
Selection of the best parcels successively harvested at optimum maturity according to the varietal. Full destemming, pneumatic pressing and low temperature fermentation between 12° and 14°C. No malolactic fermentation in order to preserve a maximum of freshness.
Tasting notes
Intense and expressive nose of white flowers and peach. The mouthfeel is round and fresh with a lingering finish of ripe fruits and minerality.
Tasting advices
To enjoy now or can be kept 1 to 3 years. Serve between 12 and 14°C
Food pairings
As an aperitif, with a scallops tartare, grilled gambas, or with veal blanquette and goat cheeses.
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Awards

Vintage 2023 : Gold medal Orange 2024
Vintage 2022 : Gold medal Gilbert et Gaillard 2023
Vintage 2021 : Gold medal & 90 Pts Gilbert et Gaillard 2022 // 15.5 Jancis Robinson
Vintage 2020 : Gold medal & 90 Pts Gilbert et Gaillard 2021