Saint-Péray Fleur de Crussol Alain Voge (Domaine) 2018
14.5%
2.25L
Intensity
Alain Voge is resolutely keeping his secret for how to get the best from the 80-year-old Marsanne vines he grows. These elders of the domain and the appellation allow for the production of an unrivalled Saint-Péray that is incredibly aromatic and delicious
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Saint-Péray Fleur de Crussol Alain Voge (Domaine) 2018
The wine
At the heart of the Saint-Péray appellation, just above the village with the same name, Marsannes vines, 80 years old and masters of the domain and the appellation, grow on a granite hillside with limestone deposits. The secret of their old age? Alain Voge uses biodynamic farming methods. Their grumes are harvested manually before vinification with their indigenous yeasts in oak barrels (30% new wood). Then, the wine is aged on the lees for 16 months which enhances its aromas, creaminess and roundness. An absolutely incredible aromatic bouquet abounds: yellow fruit, white flowers, toasted brioche, as well as small but directly opposed notes compatible with iodine and caramel. Surprising but divine!
About the Producer Alain Voge
In 1958, Alain Voge joined his father working the small family farm and decided abandon polyculture and devote the entire land to the growing of vines. The northern Rhône appellation Cornas owes much to this winemaker who has contributed greatly to putting this unknown appellation on the map. Today, the family has vines in several appellations: Cornas (6.5 ha), Saint-Péray (4ha), Saint-Joseph and Côtes-du-Rhône (red). 13 hectares are tended to using organic and biodynamic prinipals (certified since 2013).
The property was associated with Albéric Mazoyer, the former technical directer of Chapoutier, from 2004 to 2018, and with Lionel Fraisse from 2018, who stepped in particularly after the sad passing of Alain Voge in 2020.
His Syrahs are world renowned, as are his whites and sparkling wines from Saint-Péray. The concentrated and lively wines wines can be savoured both in their youth and after ageing. A stand-out producer from the region.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 3 bottles
Level: 3 NormalObservations: 3 Slightly creased labels, 3 Slightly marked labels, 3 Marginally damaged labelsOrigin: professional
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: yes
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 14.5 %
Region: Rhone Valley
Appellation: Saint-Péray
Owner: Alain Voge (Domaine)
Vintage: 2018
Colour: white
Peak drinking window: drink until 2033
Service temperature: 12°
Size (in ha): 13 hectares
Intensity: rich
Leading aroma: yellow fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine