Nobles Rives - Hermitage
Cave de Tain - Hermitage
White,Hermitage
95% Marsanne - 5% Roussanne
history
Cave de Tain is a family-driven cooperative with a legacy of winegrowing that spans four generations. Located at the base of the Hermitage hill, they cultivate 22 hectares alongside additional contributions from member winegrowers, focusing exclusively on wines from their own grapes. In 2014, they invested in advanced technology to enhance wine quality across all appellations, paving the way for innovations such as organic and sulfite-free wines. Committed to sustainability, Cave de Tain also fosters a new generation of winemakers who view themselves as active contributors to the winery’s mission. To taste their wines is to experience this dedication firsthand.
Vineyard
Situated in the northern part and on the left bank of the Cotes du Rhone area. Granite with fluvio-glacial alluvions and loess. Vines are planted on the legendary steep terraces of the Hermitage appellation, and grapes are handpicked.
Winemaking
Soft pressing as soon as the grapes arrive in the winery and selection of the best juices. Protection against oxidation. Cold settling. A part of the wine is put into barrels during the alcoholic fermentation to keep freshness and bring rich aromas.
Tasting notes
Color : very pale yellow with green tints. Aromas : citrus zest, lime tree and acacia flowers. On the palate : the attack is fresh and saline with grapefruit and lemon notes. Ageing in barrels gives vanilla and hazelnut roasted notes.
Food pairing
Great ageing potential. Perfect with foie gras, poultry with truffles, lobster or a fish in sauce.
Aging potential
Grape varieties
95% Marsanne - 5% Roussanne
Press
Current and upcoming vintage ratings :
202394 Decanter
94
2023
Rich, opulent texture, it's really very full, lush and creamy, with plentiful vanilla from the oak. That oak and ripeness of fruit combine to make for a powerful, almost overly rich and sweet style, but it certainly has power and length. 30% new oak.
Decanter
Terrisson Wines
32 Rue Robert Mallet Stevens
30900 Nîmes - FRANCE
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