Les Pins 2018, Domaine Bernard Gripa

Les Pins 2018, Domaine Bernard Gripa

Date Tasted: 2/2021

This wine comes from a small appellation in Northern Rhône just south of the famous Cornas. On St-Péray, they used to make white sparkling wines, but today the varieties of Marsanne and Roussanne are giving their best.

Appearance: The colour is a medium lemon.

Nose: It has medium aromatic intensity with clear ripe yet fresh aromas like peach, lime, melon and apple. 

Palate: It is dry with medium acidity and an oily texture. The flavours are riper with some earthy notes that come up in light on a medium finish. 

Drink or Hold: It is pleasant now, but as most wines of its kind, it has tremendous ageing potential. 

Food Pairing: It is ideal as an aperitif but can accompany dishes like salads and fried fishes.  

Points: 85

Name: Les Pins

Producer: Domaine Bernard Gripa

Variety: Marsanne, Roussanne

Vintage: 2018

Region: AOC Saint Péray, Northern Rhône, France

Alcohol: 13,5%

Retail Price: 22€

Serving temperature: 10-12 C°

Drink it until 2030.