COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Marsanne, Roussanne
PRODUCER
Domaine Le Vieux Mûrier
REGION
Rhône
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Crafted by the talented young winemaker Florian Buit, 'Le Jardin' is a remarkable expression of Crozes-Hermitage from Domaine Le Vieux Mûrier. Florian represents the fourth generation of an agricultural family in Larnage, historically known for stone fruits, who chose to dedicate himself entirely to viticulture. This wine is born from the 'Le Peizon' parcel in Larnage, characterized by unique clay-retaining loess soils. Notably, because Buit's own winery was under construction during this period, the 2022 vintage was vinified and bottled at the legendary cellars of Jean-Louis Chave in Mauves, where Florian served as cellar master. This prestigious mentorship and exceptional terroir yield a white Rhône of rare pedigree and limited production.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 2022 vintage was vinified and bottled at the legendary cellars of Jean-Louis Chave, where winemaker Florian Buit was the cellar master.
Fact 02
The vines are planted on rare loess soils in Larnage, where the clay content acts as a sponge to retain water during hot, dry vintages.
Fact 03
Florian Buit's family historically farmed apricots, cherries, and almonds before he transitioned the estate to focus entirely on wine.
Fact 04
To combat soil erosion on the steep loess slopes, the estate practices permanent grass-sowing on alternating vine rows.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes, consisting of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, are harvested early to preserve freshness. Following a coarse settling (débourbage grossier), fermentation begins natively in stainless steel tanks. Once the density reaches 1070, the fermenting juice is transferred to traditional Burgundy oak barrels (pièces). The wine is then aged for one year on its total lees in these barrels without racking. To build texture and complexity, two to three manual stirrings (bâtonnages) are performed before the completion of malolactic fermentation.
