Eric Texier Adèle 2015
Editor Rating
- Rated 4 stars
- Excellent
$24.00
- Côtes-du-Rhône
- Reviewed by: Treve Ring
- Published on: June 20, 2017
- Last modified: June 20, 2017
Review Summary:
Eric Texier is a leading natural and biodynamic vigneron in the Rhone, renewing and reviving the tiny Brézème appellation in North, as well as acting as négociant for other sites in the Rhône and Mâconnais. Adèle is mostly Clairette, aided by Marsanne, on granitic soils; it is whole-cluster pressed, fermented wild in cement and spends 8 months on the lees before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. Subtle and nonchalant, with delicate apricot, apple, pear scenting a palate of stones, quiet anise, wild herbs and hay. The briskly refreshing finish reminds you of the naturalism of this smashable, light/medium-bodied wine.