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Presentation :
The production of white wine at Beaucastel is limited as we only have 7 hectares planted in white vines. The main variety is Roussanne, which represents 80% of the blend.
The vintage :
Average Vintage,
Some rain and a relatively cold weather during the harvest
Location :
Château de Beaucastel has 7 hectares of white varieties.
Terroir :
Molasse sea bed of the Miocene period covered by diluvial alpine deposits (rolled pebbles).
Ageing :
Handpicked in small cases, sorting of the grapes, pneumatic pressing, settling of the juice, fermentation (30% in oak barrels, 70% in tanks).
During 8 months (30% in oak barrels, 70% in tanks). Bottling after 8 months.
Cépages :
Roussanne : 80%
Grenache blanc : 15%
Picardan, Clairette, Bourboulenc : 5%
Serving :
10°C in INAO glasses
Tasting :
Deep yellow in colour.
The nose is sweet and soft.
The mouth is fat and mineral, with a beautiful length.
This wine is coming out of its oxidised phase but should not be opened yet.
"The 1993 Beaucastel blanc (80% Roussanne) is fat, unctuous, and full-bodied with layers of honeyed fruit. It is a massive dry white wine that is best paired with powerfully scented Provencal cuisine. Last tasted 7/96. "
Note : 90/100 - 1997-01-01
Galerie photos:
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