Hermitage Blanc “Fossyl” Marsanne, Roussanne 2023 – Domaine Garon winery

8.750 rsd

A dry white wine from Hermitage made from 90% Marsanne and 10% Roussanne, with aromas of apricot and floral notes, and a layered, elegant structure.

Description

A dry white wine from Hermitage made from 90% Marsanne and 10% Roussanne, highlighting intense aromas of apricot, peach, and lychee, with a complex fruit core and mineral precision. Aging for 14 months in French oak barrels adds depth, balance, and a long finish, making it an excellent match for light fish dishes, saffron risotto, chicken, and refined seafood.

Additional information

Grape variety / Varieties

Marsanne, Roussanne

Country and region of origin

France – Northern Rhône

Vinarija

Domaine Garon

Podaci o vinogradu

Vineyards on the classic sites of the Hermitage hill with chalky, gravelly soils; hand-harvested and carefully sorted to preserve structure and aromatic precision

Type of wine

Still wines

Style (sweetness)

Dry wines

Alcohol

13 – 14%

Temperatura serviranja

10–12°C

Opis ukusa i mirisa

Apricot and peach aromas with gentle floral and mineral notes; on the palate, the wine is full-bodied, balanced, and elegant, with a long, harmonious finish

Aging

14 months in French oak barrels (around 20% new)

Preservation potential

7-12+ years

Food recommendation

White fish dishes, saffron risotto, light seafood, roast chicken in sauce, sushi, and Asian pairings with moderate heat

Availability

In stock

Bottle size

0.75l

Ratings and awards

96 points – Decanter, 94 points – Jeb Dunnuck

Pogledaj na Vivino

https://www.vivino.com/nl/fr-garon-hermitage-fossyl-blanc/w/12489606?year=2023

Beleške o ukusu

A fruity profile with elegant freshness and a pronounced mineral thread, complemented by floral tones and subtle sweetness

O berbi

Vintage 2023. Hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, with a focus on preserving aromatic clarity and acid balance

Karakteristike vina

An elegant, complex, layered white wine with pronounced structure and the potential to evolve in bottle

Tehnološki podaci

Temperature-controlled fermentation, with partial malolactic conversion; aged in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels for an optimal balance of freshness and texture

A dry white wine from Hermitage made from 90% Marsanne and 10% Roussanne, highlighting intense aromas of apricot, peach, and lychee, with a complex fruit core and mineral precision. Aging for 14 months in French oak barrels adds depth, balance, and a long finish, making it an excellent match for light fish dishes, saffron risotto, chicken, and refined seafood.

Grape variety / Varieties

Marsanne, Roussanne

Country and region of origin

France – Northern Rhône

Vinarija

Domaine Garon

Podaci o vinogradu

Vineyards on the classic sites of the Hermitage hill with chalky, gravelly soils; hand-harvested and carefully sorted to preserve structure and aromatic precision

Type of wine

Still wines

Style (sweetness)

Dry wines

Alcohol

13 – 14%

Temperatura serviranja

10–12°C

Opis ukusa i mirisa

Apricot and peach aromas with gentle floral and mineral notes; on the palate, the wine is full-bodied, balanced, and elegant, with a long, harmonious finish

Aging

14 months in French oak barrels (around 20% new)

Preservation potential

7-12+ years

Food recommendation

White fish dishes, saffron risotto, light seafood, roast chicken in sauce, sushi, and Asian pairings with moderate heat

Availability

In stock

Bottle size

0.75l

Ratings and awards

96 points – Decanter, 94 points – Jeb Dunnuck

Pogledaj na Vivino

https://www.vivino.com/nl/fr-garon-hermitage-fossyl-blanc/w/12489606?year=2023

Beleške o ukusu

A fruity profile with elegant freshness and a pronounced mineral thread, complemented by floral tones and subtle sweetness

O berbi

Vintage 2023. Hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, with a focus on preserving aromatic clarity and acid balance

Karakteristike vina

An elegant, complex, layered white wine with pronounced structure and the potential to evolve in bottle

Tehnološki podaci

Temperature-controlled fermentation, with partial malolactic conversion; aged in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels for an optimal balance of freshness and texture