Dauvergne Et Ranvier, Luberon Blanc, 2023, Luberon (AOP)

'One-Liner'
A bright southern Rhône white with pear, jasmine and a crisp, easy-going finish.

Tasting Note
Pale straw in the glass. The nose leans towards pear, white flowers and a touch of citrus, with a soft floral lift. On the palate it is light, fresh and direct, with orchard fruit, a little rounded texture and a clean, appetising finish. Easy to drink, but with enough character to feel properly put together.

Country: France
Region: Rhone
Sub-Region: Luberon AOP
Grape(s): Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Rolle
ABV: 13.5%
Friendly: n/a

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
Luberon is one of those Rhône appellations that often slips under the radar, which is a shame because it can give wines with real charm. Sitting a little higher and cooler than some of the warmer southern Rhône zones, it tends to produce whites with freshness and floral lift as well as the sun-ripened fruit you want from the south of France. That suits this bottle nicely. It feels Mediterranean, but not heavy – the sort of white that works just as easily as an aperitif as it does at the table.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Trout amandine with lemon butter and parsley
- Vegetarian: Goat’s cheese, pea and mint tart
- Vegan: Pea, mint and lemon crostini