Another beautifully crafted wine from the Botts. Apricot & peach nectar with white blossom, a hallmark of the vintage, this is blended from 70% Marsanne & 30% Roussanne, all from granite and approx 9 months in French oak, on lees but no batonage to keep the freshness locked in, bright and pure and drinking from the off.

A love story and a bit of good fortune; a love of the Syrah grape that led Graeme to the Rhone and the love of his life Julie, who came together whilst working at the prestigious cellars of Stephane Ogier. Theirs is a back story of adventure and spirit and one of serendipity too.

Our relationship with the pair stretches back some 8 years or so, when we often stopped and shared a beer after the Marché aux vins in Ampuis every January, it was no surprise when they told us they were setting out on their own journey.

The surprise came when they discovered that the house they had purchased in Verin, complete with 0.35 hectare of garden, was within the appellation of Condrieu, between the in-demand Coteau de Chéry and the illustrious Chateau Grillet. Graeme & Julie like to pick early to capture the freshness, and the wines tend be expressive, bright and pure.

Eye
Clear, golden-yellow color with light greenish reflections.
Nose
Strong white flower aromas, herbaceous and mild pepper.
Palate
The wine is medium-bodied, with a harmonious balance between freshness and fullness. The well-integrated acidity adds liveliness and ensures that the fruity aromas linger long in the mouth.
An elegant, well-structured white wine that shines both on its own and as a food companion.

Pairing
It will be delicious with chicken, crab or mexican food.