2021 Maison Alexandrins Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, Rhône Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE This blend is composed of two terroirs: on the one hand, vines growing on the granite slopes of Les Pends and, on the other hand, the stony plains in the village of Chanos Curson. Vinified in demi muids (60 litre capacity barrels) & 50% aged in demi muids and 50% in concrete egg vats for 6 months. 2021 was a winemaker vintage and required great responsiveness to very variable weather. Winter was mild, followed by spring frosts before a

several episodes of hailstorms in the surrounding area punctuate the evenings

it delivers aromas of ripe red cherry

then aged to allow its bold

Each cru bottling is a study in place: San Lorenzo in particular reveals the high-altitude poise and mineral depth that have made Etna one of Italy’s most exciting wine regions

truffle and spice

Dry farmed vines on Sandy limestone

The wines are aged in barrels renewed for 80% during 16 to 20 months

" Grown mostly in the region of Marche

Grown on limestone with a marly-gravel subsoil

with supporting roles from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier

it includes some of the highest elevation vines in all of Europe

"Les Sétilles" reflects the diverse terroir of Burgundy