Château de la Roulerie - Les Aunis 2009
Rating: Wine Spectator 93/100, Gold Medal at the 2011 Paris Wine Competition
On the nose,the Aunis reveals itself in a series of subtle, successive notes, starting with floral and herbal aromas, followed by white fruits (vine peach, pear, quince...) and citrus (grapefruit)... Rich, smooth, and persistent—a profile that is very characteristic of the grape variety, its vintage, and its fabulous terroir.
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Eye
a very intense golden yellow color
Nose
unfolds in a series of subtle layers, beginning with floral (linden) and herbal aromas, followed by white fruits (vine peach, pear, quince...) and citrus (grapefruit)
Palate
Richness, smoothness, and length—a combination of characteristics that is very typical of the grape variety, its vintage, and its fabulous terroir
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2011
Drink before
2030 and beyond
Food and Wine Pairings
A wonderful, indulgent wine that pairs well with foie gras, gizzards or duck breast salads, crème brûlée, and warm tarts (apple or pear)...
Bettane & Desseauve
Winery rated 1*Star (A high-quality, recommendable production that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
Philippe Germain—brother of Thierry Germain of the Domaine des Roches Neuves in Saumur-Champigny—also specializes in Chenin, grown on schist terroirs! He cultivates 37 hectares organically (out of a total of 43) in a magnificent setting, with the château overlooking the Saint-Aubin Valley. More delicate pressing, slightly less ripeness at harvest for the whites, and less sulfur during winemaking were the adjustments that have greatly advanced the estate, which became part of the Germain family in 1996. Philippe took the reins in 2004 with the firm intention of elevating it to the highest level. Starting in 2010, a turning point became evident, and the wines gained depth and brilliance. This is a reliable choice, built on care and hard work—well done.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated Estate: Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Run by Philippe and Marie Germain since 2004, Ch. de la Roulerie owes its prestige to the sweet wines it produces in the town of Saint-Aubin-de-Luigné. The same meticulous standards are applied to the winemaking process for red wines. The vineyard, which is organically farmed, covers 40 hectares.
Wine Spectator
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
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