Tasting Notes
Delicate and fresh with a pale pink hue
History
Passion is in the Castan family's blood. Vianney's Great-Grandfather began producing wine in 1907. Numerous awards attest to the quality of his production. His wines were his pride and joy, his passion and he devoted all of his energy to his craft. The next generation lost everything during the snow and frosts of 1956, but fought hard to survive, before ceasing production in the 1970s. In 2007 Vianney and his wife Emilie set up their first wine company. The family story continues to be written today.
Regional Information
Costières de Nîmes was formerly part of the Languedoc region of France. It is an AOC ( Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) for wines that are produced in an area between the ancient city of Nîmes and the Western Rhône delta. The climate is Mediterranean, soil conditions are quartzite pebbles with alluvia. The appellation is now attached to the Rhône valley.
Vinification Details
The grapes are harvested in the cool of the night and pressed immediately to obtain a light colour. Fermentation takes place at low temperatures (15-18°) to draw out maximum fruit freshness.
