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Vin de France Eclipse Méthode Ancestrale Pothiers (Domaine des) 2021

  • Red fruit
  • Aperitif wine
  • Color: Sparkling Rosé
  • Biodynamics
  • 9.50% 
  • 0.75L
  • Intensity
  • Voluptuous

Absolutely delicious and full of delicacy, this sparkling Gamay was grown on the granite soils of the Côte Roannaise. More info

When we talk about Gamay, our minds picture an easy drinking red. However, this variety can be made into a sparkling rosé which is exactly what Domaine des Pothiers has created with this delicious Eclipse. It uses the sublime local variety, Saint-Romain Gamay, which is known for its small, tightly packed bunches that produce extremely perfumed wine. Sitting on well-draining soil full of sand, which comes from the granite found south of the Côte Roannaise, at an altitude between 400 and 600 metres, the vines are grown using biodynamic methods. After being harvested by hand and sorted at the vines, the grapes are pressed straight away before fermenting at a low temperature. Fermentation continues after the wine is bottled. This traps the carbon dioxide, creating a sparkling wine. It matures on the lees for six to ten months with the bottle resting on its side.
Eclipse is absolutely delicious. It combines a subtle nose containing small red fruit aromas with a smooth palate and delicate bubbles. Enjoy well-chilled as an aperitif or paired with a raspberry tart.

Vin de France Eclipse Méthode Ancestrale Pothiers (Domaine des) serve at a temperature of 8°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Tarte aux fraises, Gougères au fromage, Tapas.

  • Vintage score: 15/20
  • Lot presentation
    Vin de France Eclipse Méthode Ancestrale Pothiers (Domaine des)

    The wine

    When we talk about Gamay, our minds picture an easy drinking red. However, this variety can be made into a sparkling rosé which is exactly what Domaine des Pothiers has created with this delicious Eclipse. It uses the sublime local variety, Saint-Romain Gamay, which is known for its small, tightly packed bunches that produce extremely perfumed wine. Sitting on well-draining soil full of sand, which comes from the granite found south of the Côte Roannaise, at an altitude between 400 and 600 metres, the vines are grown using biodynamic methods. After being harvested by hand and sorted at the vines, the grapes are pressed straight away before fermenting at a low temperature. Fermentation continues after the wine is bottled. This traps the carbon dioxide, creating a sparkling wine. It matures on the lees for six to ten months with the bottle resting on its side.
    Eclipse is absolutely delicious. It combines a subtle nose containing small red fruit aromas with a smooth palate and delicate bubbles. Enjoy well-chilled as an aperitif or paired with a raspberry tart.

    Information about domain Domaine des Pothiers

    This is an unmissable domain that has been making a name for itself in recent years. Far from prestigious sites of the Loire, Romain Paire has made it his mission to lift the Côte Roannaise to the heights of the region. His father developed the domain in the 1970s. When he arrived in 2005, he decided to renovate the winery and convert the 10 hectares of vines to organic and biodynamic viticulture. His wines are sought-after for their structure and balance.

    Detailed characteristics

    • Quantity: 1 Bottle
    • Level: 1 into-neck
    • Label: 1 good appearance
    • Origin: Producer
    • Recoverable VAT: Yes
    • Original Wooden Case / Original Case: No
    • French customs seal: no
    • Alcohol percentage: 9.50 %
    • Country/Region: Loire
    • Appellation/Wine: Vin de France
    • Producer/Owner: Domaine des Pothiers
    • Vintage: 2021
    • Color: Sparkling Rosé
    • Service temperature:
    • Viticulture: Biodynamics 
    • Size (in ha): 22
    • Intensity: Voluptuous
    • Dominant aroma: Red fruit
    • Tasting occasion: Aperitif wine
    • Grape variety: Gamay saint-romain
    Vin de France Eclipse Méthode Ancestrale Pothiers (Domaine des)
    Vin de France Eclipse Méthode Ancestrale Pothiers (Domaine des)

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