Alain Graillot Crozes Hermitage Blanc

Winery	Domaine Alain Graillot
Region	Rhone Valley
Appellation	Crozes Hermitage
Type	White Wine
Varietal	Marsanne, Roussanne blend
Vineyard Size	22 hectares
Soil	Alluvial deposits of sand, gravel, rocks and stones
Vineyard Orientation	Northern
Average Age of Vines	30 years old
Farming Practice	Organic – Non Certified
Maturation	Pnematic press, 50% in fermented in one year old oak, 50% cool fermentation in stainless steel
Vintage	2018

A blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, it exhibits aromas of rose petals, citrus oil, and honey in addition to good definition and freshness as well as attractive weight and texture.

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91pts The Wine Advocate – 2018 vintage

“An 80-20 blend of Marsanne and Roussanne, the 2018 Crozes Hermitage Blanc is a 50-50 blend of barrel-fermented and tank-fermented portions. Malolactic fermentation is blocked. It’s a deep golden color, rich, broad and honeyed on the full-bodied palate, then finishes with a bit of white pepper and surprising zestiness. Drink 2019 – 2022.”

Alain Graillot Crozes Hermitage Blanc