Rating: Bettane & Desseauve 15.5/20, RVF 15/20
Made exclusively from the Altesse grape variety, Louis Magnin’s 2008 Roussette is a wine crafted from the Altesse grape, offering a ripe nose dominated by candied and honeyed notes... “The nose of ripe citrus gives way to a dense palate with a mellowness balanced by strong acidity. A wine of character, worth cellaring. ” (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2011 - Bettane & Desseauve).
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Eye
a beautiful, rich golden color with green highlights
Nose
powerful, with aromas of candied fruit (pear, orange) and hints of cinnamon, ginger, and honey
Palate
rich and velvety body, with a fruity finish
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2010
High point
2015
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des viandes blanches crémées, une quiche lorraine, des poissons...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2023 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
The Magnins are among the most iconic figures in the Savoyard wine region. These two dedicated winemakers, who have been certified organic since 2012, decided to downsize the estate to three hectares starting with the 2018 harvest. While their selection is small, both their white and red wines are truly exquisite.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
This artisanal estate has played a pivotal role in the contemporary history of the Savoyard vineyards. Although the vineyard area has shrunk, Louis Magnin’s meticulous work—both in the vineyard and in the cellar—enables him to achieve exceptional expression in both reds and whites. A perfectionist, he demonstrates a consistency across his various vintages that few producers in this region can match. Less opulent than in the past, the whites emphasize mineral intensity. Among the Mondeuses—flamboyant yet meant for aging—we continue to prefer (often, though not this year!) the vintages aged in tanks over those aged in barrels.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 6 reviews
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