COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Altesse
PRODUCER
Adrien Vacher
REGION
Savoie
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Adrien Vacher Roussette de Savoie 2021 is a dry white wine from the Savoie region of France, made exclusively from the Altesse grape. The Altesse grape, also known as Roussette, has a long history in Savoie, dating back to the 14th century. The appellation itself is named after this signature grape. Maison Adrien Vacher, a family business established in 1950, is committed to producing high-quality Savoie wines, overseeing all stages of production to maintain the wines' inherent freshness, fruit, and minerality. The Savoie region's cool, alpine climate and limestone-rich soils are crucial to the character of this wine.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Altesse grape, also known as Roussette, turns a russet color when ripe.
Fact 02
Altesse has been cultivated in Savoie since the 14th century.
Fact 03
The appellation can be supplemented by four specific geographical designations: Frangy, Marestel, Monterminod, and Monthoux.
Fact 04
Maison Adrien Vacher's wines are recognized in the Guide Hachette des Vins.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Adrien Vacher's Roussette de Savoie involves traditional and meticulous farming practices in the cool, alpine climate of Savoie. Grapes are typically fermented in stainless steel tanks, often with cold stabilization, to preserve freshness and fruit. Following fermentation, the wine is usually aged on its lees, which can contribute to texture and complexity. The winemaking process is designed to highlight the distinct minerality and aromatic qualities of the Altesse grape.
