
2021 Domaine Le Roc des Anges L’effet Papillon blanc
Region: Rivesaltes < Cotes Catalanes < FranceGrapes: 90% Grenache Blanc, 10% MacabeuVineyard/Cellar Stats: Organic/biodynamic farming (certified);iron-rich red clay soils; fermented and aged in cement; bottledunfined, unfiltered, with minimal added SO2; 13.5% ABVWinemaker: Marjorie GalletMarjorie Gallet and her husband Stephane run the Roc des Anges estatein the Roussillon, growing it from 10 hectares to 25 now, allcertified organic. They work the land from a terroir-drivenperspective, looking to translate the unique soil and climate of theirbiodiverse haven in France's southeast. This gorgeous little whiteleaps from the glass with flowers and juicy melons. Zippy and freshon the palate, with crisp, lively acidity balanced by ripe, generousorchard fruit fruit flavors and a long, clean finish punctuated withseawater mineral grip and fresh fruit acidity. Killer food wine, withsomething for everyone here.