Les Terrasses De Mirenville Minervois 2011

Product Description

Along with Corbières, Minervois is widely seen as the leading light of the Languedoc. This characterful white is from a cellar based in one of the finest crus of the appellation
- Rieux
- & takes its name from the Comte de Merinville, who was the main landowner there in the 18th century. Vines planted on ancient, perfectly drained terraces with excellent exposure to the sun ensure outstanding ripeness & flavour in the grapes, while roots have to dig deep for moisture & pick up the subtle minerality of the terroir. Winemaker Lionel Arnal is a champion of local varieties & fermented the wine cool for freshness, maturing it on its fine lees to add extra richness & a nutty complexity. superb with sauced fish or chicken dishes.