Vin de Savoie Blanc "Les Fripons" 2017 | Wine from Domaine Gilles Berlioz

Vin de Savoie Blanc "Les Fripons" 2017 | Wine from Domaine Gilles Berlioz

For over thirty years, Gilles Berlioz has been enhancing the terroirs of Chignin in Savoie with unique expertise. A former self-taught landscaper, he now cultivates 5 hectares of vines certified in biodynamics by Demeter. Each cuvée from the estate is crafted according to the philosophy "one terroir, one cuvée," ensuring pure, mineral wines of great delicacy. Gilles Berlioz favors natural techniques, such as horse plowing, and is constantly seeking to better understand and respect nature.

The cuvée "Les Fripons" 2017 is an exceptional parcel selection made from Roussanne, a flagship grape variety of the region. Vinified without additives, without added yeasts, and with minimal sulfur, it reflects the full richness of the Savoyard terroir. This white wine reveals a superb intense lemon color and vibrant freshness. On the palate, its dominant minerality highlights a fruity and floral bouquet, where aromas of yellow fruits blend with subtle floral nuances.

From the first sip, "Les Fripons" 2017 enchants with its lively freshness and balanced texture. The aromas of ripe yellow fruits and white flowers intertwine harmoniously with a pronounced minerality. This wine exhibits a lovely persistence on the palate, with an elegant and refreshing finish.

The Vin de Savoie Blanc "Les Fripons" 2017 pairs perfectly with delicately prepared river fish, such as trout with beurre blanc. It also wonderfully accompanies Savoyard cheeses, such as reblochon or tomme de Savoie. For culinary enthusiasts, this white wine is an excellent choice to enhance dishes based on poultry or grilled vegetables.

• Type of wine: Dry white wine
• Appellation: Vin de Savoie Chignin-Bergeron
• Alcohol content: 13%
• Format: 75 cl bottle
• Vintage: 2017
• Country of production: France
• Region of production: Savoie
• Estate: Domaine Gilles Berlioz
• Grape variety: Roussanne