Tardieu-Laurent Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Blanc is a premium white wine produced by Tardieu-Laurent, a renowned winery in the Rhône Valley. This wine comes from the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, which is known for its exceptional terroir and old vines. The vineyard features a mix of soil types, including sand, clay, and limestone, the vines are ca. 50 years old, which contribute to the wine's complexity and depth. The wine is fermentated in barrels and spent several months in barriques, which adds richness and texture to the wine. The style of this wine is elegant and refined, complex and unfolding beautifully in the glass.
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This Tardieu-Laurent Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes Blanc is an impressive white wine from the appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape.It is a blend of Grenache blanc and Clairette, with a small proportion of Bourboulenc, Roussanne and Piquepoul. On the nose, it has aromas of ripe peach, honey, and citrus, with hints of toasted almond and white flowers. On the palate, it is well structured, the acidity is well balanced with intensity of flavors and body. The wine has a smooth texture and a refreshing finish. This is a complex, elegant wine with excellent aging potential.
The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.