A new vintage not yet tasted by the press, the 2005 was rated 16 by RVF, 17 by Gault Millau, and 17, and ranked among the 10 best white wines of Provence by Bettane & Dessauve
"The estate’s Grande Cuvée is one of the finest whites of the South." (La Revue du Vin de France No. 523) Undoubtedly the estate’s Grand Vin, recognized as a great white from Provence that instantly charms with its fragrant character, its smooth and seductive palate, enveloped in a lovely richness and punctuated by citrus notes. A must-try from Porquerolles...
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Eye
a pale yellow color with subtle green highlights
Nose
Very lively and refreshing, almost minty, with aromas of white flowers (wisteria, bergamot, freesia) and a certain sweetness typical of the estate’s wines.
Palate
A smooth, velvety, and very rounded palate with subtle acidity, aromas of lemon and rhubarb; the finish has a sweet quality that might remind one of a sweet wine. Superb.
Serve
between 9 and 10°C
Open
15 minutes before serving
Drink from
2009
Drink before
2016
Production
8,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Un vin parfait sur un foie gras ou un poulet au citron vert. Le domaine conseille également de le déguster sur une langouste de Porquerolles pour ceux qui ont une entrée avec un pêcheur de l’île !<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated Estate (2020 Guide) Selected (An estate or winery that impressed us with one or more of its wines, though we are unable to offer a general assessment of the style of its entire range)
About the estate:
La Courtade, one of three estates on the magnificent island of Porquerolles, was purchased in 2014 by Édouard Carmignac, manager of the eponymous investment fund and a prominent art collector. Since then, the reception area has undergone major renovations. Indeed, the Carmignac Foundation has taken up residence there to exhibit the owner’s highly eclectic and specialized collection. Renovating the old cellar had not been on the agenda until now, though that seems set to change in the near future. While the wines now feature new, highly creative labels, the overall experience leaves us wanting more. A disappointing development given the magnificent character of the wines prior to the estate’s takeover. Let’s hope that very soon the wine will receive the same attention that Mr. Carmignac devotes to his art. The terroir deserves it.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Florent Audibert took over this estate in 2015; it was established in the 1980s on the island of Porquerolles. He manages a 35-hectare vineyard that is organically farmed (certified in 1997).
Customer rating
3.7/5
based on 3 reviews
Review by Mr. PASCAL T. Published on 02/27/2019
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Review by Mr. PATRICK M. Posted on 01/10/2016
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Review by Mr. THIERRY F. Published on 02/23/2013
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