Domaine Fontanel - Côtes du Roussillon 2017
3*Étoile
Hachette
16/20
Jancis Robinson
Made from old vines of White Grenache, Malvoisie, and Roussanne, this Côtes du Roussillon offers a wide range of aromas (peach, acacia, pear). Barrel aging adds notes of brioche and caramel, as well as a lovely roundness. It pairs beautifully with grilled white meats and fish. For those special moments of togetherness!
Buy your Fontanel wines at the best price in a private sale!
Starting at €99 on your first order
Eye
A golden color with subtle golden highlights
Nose
Delicate and harmonious, with aromas of acacia, yellow flowers, and a woody note
Palate
Rich and creamy, with notes of white fruit (peach) and vanilla
Drink before
2023
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with grilled fish, veal blanquette, spit-roasted capon, or Asian cuisine
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2019 Guide) 3*** Stars (2016 Vintage) (Exceptional Wine)
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
The estate’s origins, spanning six generations, date back to 1864. The property boasts a 25-hectare vineyard spread across diverse terroirs. At the helm since 1989, Pierre and Marie-Claude Fontaneil have been producing wines with strong character for nearly 30 years, including both dry and naturally sweet wines. In 2017, they sold the estate to a young couple of winemakers, Élodie and Matthieu Collet.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 16/20