COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Roussette
PRODUCER
Maison Philippe Viallet
REGION
Savoie
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Les Rocailles Roussette de Savoie 2022 is a dry white wine from the Savoie region of France, produced by Maison Philippe Viallet. The wine is made from the Roussette grape, also known as Altesse. The vineyards are located on steep, well-drained alluvial fans, benefiting from ample sun exposure in a cool, alpine climate. Maison Philippe Viallet, founded in 1985, is a prominent estate in Savoie, managing 118 hectares and operating as both a winegrower and a négociant-éleveur. The estate is recognized for its commitment to sustainable viticulture, holding HVE3 certification.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Roussette grape (Altesse) may have originated in Cyprus.
Fact 02
Brought to Savoie during the Crusades.
Fact 03
Vineyards are on steep slopes for drainage and sun.
Fact 04
Producer is HVE3 certified (High Environmental Value).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Les Rocailles Roussette de Savoie 2022 is produced through fermentation in stainless steel tanks, a method chosen to maintain the wine's freshness and aromatic purity. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a 12-month aging period on its fine lees, with regular stirring. This lees aging process is employed to build texture and complexity in the wine. The vineyards are managed with a focus on sustainability, evidenced by the estate's HVE3 certification.
