Chapoutier Marius Blanc

Chapoutier Marius Blanc: Zingy Vermentino from the South of France

Marius Blanc is a zingy and refreshing white from Michel Chapoutier, made from the aromatic Vermentino grape, known as Rolle in Provence. It is dry and fresh, with grapefruit and lemon, and perfect for warm days.

M. Chapoutier is one of the great names of the Rhône Valley. With Marius, the house brings its skill to the sunny Pays d’Oc, making easy-drinking wines from grapes grown on clay-limestone hillsides.

Vermentino is a Mediterranean grape that originated in Italy, and it thrives in the south of France. The grapes are harvested at night to keep them cool, pressed straight away and fermented at low temperature. The wine then spends five months on fine lees, which adds a touch of texture and minerality.

Expect citrus, grapefruit and lemon with some riper fruit on the nose. The palate is dry, broad and fruity, with good acidity and a fresh, lingering finish.

Chapoutier Marius Blanc Food Pairing Suggestion:

Try it with crab cakes, seafood kebabs, grilled fish, salade niçoise or a simple goat’s cheese salad. It is also a great aperitif.

About Chapoutier Marius Blanc:

• 100% Vermentino (Rolle) from the Pays d’Oc
• Harvested at night to preserve freshness
• Five months on fine lees
• Best served at 10–12°C

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