Crozes Hermitage Blanc 2012 Domaine Habrard

Grapes: 100% Marsanne
Region: France> Rhone Valley> Crozes Hermitage
Notes: Organic. Oak barrel aging.

The Habrard family has been making wine for five generations. Laurent is one of the family’s four children who moved to the domaine in 1998 and has making organic wines ever since. Hand harvest 60 to 80 year old vines are fermented in temperature controlled vats for about 20 days. Then aged 10 months in 2 to 4 year old barrels for richness in character and body. Golden pale color and its richness in character gives this white wine subtle citrus fruit flavors, overlaid with a creamy nuttiness. Minerals, acacia flowers, honeysuckle, and a hint of butter on the nose are racy and tangy, with bright lemon and quince flavors.
Food Pairing: Roasted meats, white meats and seafood in rich sauces, creamy aged cheese