Château de la Roulerie - Les Aunis 2009
Rating: Wine Spectator 93/100, Gold Medal Paris 2011
Les Aunis reveals itself on the nose in successive, subtle waves, starting with floral and vegetal aromas, followed by white fruits (vine peach, pear, quince...) and citrus (grapefruit)... Rich, smooth, and persistent, this wine embodies the characteristic profile of the grape variety, its vintage, and its fabulous terroir.
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Eye
a very intense golden yellow color
Nose
unfolds in subtle, successive layers, revealing floral (linden) and herbal notes, followed by white fruits (vine peach, pear, quince...) and citrus (grapefruit)
Palate
Rich, smooth, and long-lasting—a profile that is highly characteristic of the grape variety, its vintage, and its fabulous terroir
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2030 and beyond
Food and wine pairings
A delightful dessert wine that pairs perfectly 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, recommended wine 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 works with Chenin on schist soils! 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 vinification were the adjustments that significantly advanced the estate, which joined 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. It 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 are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Run by Philippe and Marie Germain since 2004, Ch. de la Roulerie owes its reputation to the sweet wines produced in the village of Saint-Aubin-de-Luigné. The same meticulous standards are applied to the production of 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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