Chateau Pesquié Ventoux Quintessence Blanc
A luminous pale gold color with a floral bouquet and citrus zest. On the palate, it reveals stone fruits like apricot and peach with notes of honey and almond. This wine has a rich, creamy texture, balanced acidity, and a refreshing finish. Started 1989, Château Pesquié is comprised of 100 hectares of vines. Only organic treatments are used in the vineyard. The age of the vines ranges from 20 to well over 80 years old. All these conditions combine to create wines that are rich in fruit with remarkable balance.
Country: France
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Ventoux
Classification: Vin de Pays
Grape Varietal: Roussanne, Clairette, Viognier
Feature: Organic
Grape Profile: The blend of Roussanne, Clairette, and Viognier creates a harmonious and expressive white wine. Roussanne contributes richness and aromatic intensity with flavors of pear and apricot, while Clairette adds floral notes and a touch of citrus. Viognier provides aromatics and stone fruits.
Region Profile: The Rhone Valley, particularly the Ventoux area, benefits from a Mediterranean climate with significant diurnal temperature variation. This, combined with the diverse soils of clay, limestone, and sand, allows to produce vibrant and well-balanced wines.
Pair with: Seafood such as grilled scallops, shrimp risotto, or pan-seared fish. Creamy poultry dishes, salads, and vegetable terrines. Soft cheeses like goat cheese and brie. Vegetarian dishes like roasted cauliflower gratin or leek and potato soup.
