COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne, Clairette
PRODUCER
Rotem & Mounir Saouma
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Inopia Côtes du Rhône Villages Blanc 2021 is a white wine from the Rhône Valley, produced by Rotem & Mounir Saouma. The wine originates from a plot of land purchased by the producers in 2011, which they named 'Inopia' to signify its 'made from nothing' beginnings. The Saoumas are known for their meticulous approach, drawing parallels to their work in Burgundy, and focus on minimal intervention to express the vineyard's character. This wine is part of a rare focus on white wine production within the Côtes du Rhône Villages appellation, where whites typically represent a small fraction of the total output.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€29
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Inopia' means 'made from nothing' in Latin.
Fact 02
The Saoumas purchased a desolate, abandoned plot of land in Orange in 2011.
Fact 03
White wines make up only 3% of the Rhône Valley's total production.
Fact 04
Clos Saouma dedicates 30% of its production to white wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Inopia Côtes du Rhône Villages Blanc 2021 is produced using a minimal intervention approach. Grapes are firmly pressed and undergo maceration in tanks at cool temperatures for eight days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for extended periods, typically 24-36 months, in various vessels such as foudres, cement, and barrels. The winemakers accept low yields to enhance fruit concentration. Sustainability is addressed through the use of organic manures in the vineyards. The overall philosophy emphasizes allowing the vineyard's character to shine through with minimal manipulation.
