Ferraton Côtes du Rhône Samorëns Blanc 202

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90 POINTS: Jeb Dunnuck
93 POINTS: Wine Direct Tasting Team

Crushed citrus. pear blossom. and honeysuckle all emerge from the 2021 Côtes Du Rhône Samorens Blanc. a medium-bodied. juicy. crisp. beautifully balanced white with tons to love.
– Jeb Dunnuck

Bright. pale golden colour with silver hints and aromas of white flowers and white fruits. The palate is nicely balanced. the Clairette brings the freshness and the white Grenache brings the body and softness.

Ferraton was set up in 1946 by Jean-Orens Ferraton and now has vineyards in Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage. Expansion started after Michel became involved and added other vineyards. The move to organic and biodynamic farming began in 1998 when Michel Chapoutier became involved. He was happy to share his knowledge of making wine without the use of any additives. pesticides or chemicals. The Ferraton focus switched firmly to making wines of good quality using new and ambitious methods.

The wines we see now from Ferraton focus on respecting the environment in which they are created. Biodynamic methods allow the vines to find balance without pesticides or chemical fertilisation. This is reflected in their quality.