2015 Domaine Gauby, Vieilles Vignes Blanc, Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon
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Domaine Gauby
The modern era for this excellent Côtes du Rousillon estate dates from 1985 when the energetic Gérard Gauby took over the family estate. Previously the wines were sold in bulk to the local co-operative, but Gérard took the brave decision to go it alone.
The domaine is situated in the village of Calce, in the Vin-de-Pays appellation of Coteaux des Fenouilledes. As the name of the village suggests, the soils in this area are predominantly chalky and are suitable for both red and white wines.
A number of grape varieties are planted at the domaine, the reds include Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignan, the whites are made from Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, Viognier and, unusually for this area, Chenin Blanc.
The wines are elegant and modern with great balance and concentration.
VDP des Cotes Catalanes
As its name suggests VDP des Côtes Catalanes is one of the most Westerly of the zonal Vin De Pays within the Vin De Pays D'Oc region. Located within the Pyrénees Orientales, this is one of the few designations that has forged a reputation in its own right. The wines tend to be dominated by Grenache and to be rich and ruddy of complexion.
Other Varieties
There are over 200 different grape varieties used in modern wine making (from a total of over 1000). Most lesser known blends and varieties are traditional to specific parts of the world.
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Gérard Gauby is the extremely well-respected vigneron who oversees the winemaking at this domaine. This estate is considered one of the most exciting and high performing wineries in France and Gérard has spent a long time studying his local terroir, planting and then replanting different grape varieties and also planting trees around his vineyard to protect from the wind and drought. This white, made from a blend of Maccabeu, Grenache Blanc, Carignan Blanc, Grenache Gris and Chardonnay (some of which is matured in barrel) is positively ethereal. The blend gives an array of fruit from citrus, through apple and pear to peach, all in balance with its lovely freshness – which Gérard believes comes from the mineral composition of the soil but which is surely helped by the high altitude of his vineyard. The wine is delicate and dainty with a long mineral finish which makes it incredibly easy to drink, while its acidity and complexity make it a fine match for most fresh water or sea fish dishes.
Oliver Barton, Wine Buyer
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