Château Carpe Diem - Côtes de Provence blanc 2020
1*Étoile
Hachette
14/20
Bettane & Desseauve
This 100% Rolle white has a delicate, floral nose (hawthorn, white flowers), then opens up to more notes of white-fleshed fruit. fruit. Fresh and fruity, the palate is dominated by citrus fruits, complemented by yellow fruit notes of nectarine and apricot. The finish is light and airy, with minerality minerality.
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Eye
Pale yellow with silver hues
Nose
Floral notes of hawthorn and white flowers, followed by white-fleshed fruit notes of peach and pear. A lemony note adds a light, airy sensation.
Mouth
Dominated by citrus fruit, lovely freshness, hints of yellow fruit with nectarine, a touch of apricot and a mineral finish.
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy as an aperitif, or pair with the iodized flavors of sea urchinade, white asparagus with a cream sauce, or pan-fried supions with parsley...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 14/20 (Vintage 2018) (Good wine)
Domaine noté Sélectionné (An estate or house that has won us over with one or more wines from its production, without us being able to give a general opinion on the style of the entire range)
About the domain :
Carpe Diem, the famous Latin phrase, means "Seize the day without worrying about tomorrow". A motto taken to heart by Albéric Philippon, who took over the estate in 2013. Situated on the clay-limestone terroirs of Cotignac, the estate now covers 30 hectares. Visitors to the region can find the winemaker and his wines every Tuesday at the Cotignac market.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (guide 2020) 1*Star (Vintage 2018) (Very successful wine)
Domaine noté (guide 2020) Award-winning wines (The wines of this producer are regularly awarded by the guide)
About the domain :
In 2013, Albéric Philipon took over the estate from a family of winegrowers who were retiring. The vineyard is located in Cotignac, in the heart of Provence Verte, and covers 18 ha. In addition, the family has leased 12 ha in a neighboring village since 2017. All our vines are grown organically.