Les Jalets Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2024
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France / Rhône
Les Jalets is the ancient term for galets, large round stones carried down from the Alps by glaciers. The vines grow on low terraces in soil pebbled with galets. These stones soak up heat from the sun during the day and release it at night, enabling grapes to mature at a steady pace. The organic grapes are hand-harvested and whole bunches are lightly pressed. The must settles before being racked, fermented and aged in French oak barrels (50%), concrete eggs and stainless steel tanks.
Harvest Note
A mild and dry winter was followed by a spring with abundant rainfall, replenishing water reserves. Bud break occurred early due to high temperatures but slowed down in a cool May. Despite a risk of downy mildew in the spring, vines developed without water stress. The summer heat allowed for a rapid and uniform ripening of the grapes.
Tasting Note
Pale blond with green reflections, this balanced white wine has notes of white flowers, pear, and almond.
Technical Data
GRAPES: Marsanne (80%), Roussanne (20%)
APPELLATION: Crozes-Hermitage AOC
PH: 3.57
ACIDITY: 5.25 g/L
ABV: 12.5%
AGING: 6 mos. in oak barrels, concrete eggs & stainless steel tanks
Unique Selling Points
- Named for galets, the large round stones found in the local soils
- Grapes are farmed organically
"What makes a great wine, what makes it inimitable and constant, is the terroir in which it is born."
Caroline Frey, Owner
