Lirac la Reine des Bois Blanc
2022
The Delormes of Domaine de la Mordorée are a lovely family, committed to their terroir in the broadest possible sense. For them 'terroir' is not merely an expression of geology or geography: rather it is a concept that embraces the totality of life in the place where they live and everything about the way they conduct their lives in that place. They consider themselves to be 'guardiens' of the local ecology, which is why they farm biodynamically, and why they have chosen 'la Mordorée' as...
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Brilliant notes of white and yellow fruits, peach, pear, apricot, citrus, verbena, iris, and acacia. Round, very long, very fruity, very elegant on the palate. Pairs nicely with fish, shellfish, Comté, and as an aperitif.
Made from 30% Grenache blanc, 20% Clairette, with the remainder other white Rhône varieties, this wine presents delicate, tart Meyer lemon, lime and white-peach aromas. It is linear, revealing layers with time in the decanter. Fresh almonds encased in lemongrass, citrus pith and light brioche make for a complex palate. Its pithiness should contrast nicely against rich, buttery sauces.
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