Domaine La Courtade 'Cuvée La Courtade' Blanc Immergée 2021
4.6
HK$950
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character The exceptional Domaine La Courtade Cuvée La Courtade Blanc Immergée 2021 hails from the unique Côtes de Provence appellation, specifically the sun-drenched island of Porquerolles. The 2021 vintage in Provence was shaped by severe spring frosts that naturally reduced yields, yet the surviving grapes developed excellent concentration, rendering this a highly strong and expressive year for whites. Situated on rare metamorphic schist soils surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, the estate's vines benefit from constant cooling sea breezes that imbue the grapes with a distinctively crisp, saline-driven terroir identity.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This exquisite Rolle (Vermentino) offers a complex nose of white peach, grapefruit, and crushed seashells, underscored by delicate flinty nuances. On the palate, a creamy lees texture is beautifully balanced by medium-high acidity, leading to a long, mineral-rich finish displaying intense marine-infused salinity. Pair this maritime white with grilled sea bass drizzled with wild herbs or pan-seared scallops in a light lemon-butter sauce.
Winery Background Founded in 1983 on an idyllic island sanctuary, Domaine La Courtade operates organically and biodynamically under the stewardship of Edouard Carmignac and winemaker Florent Audibert. This micro-cuvée is crafted from the estate's oldest Rolle parcels, fermented in barrels and amphorae, and uniquely aged 30 meters underwater in the Mediterranean Sea for nine months. This pioneering underwater maturation leverages constant temperature and pressure, creating an ultra-limited, maritime-aged masterpiece that redefines island winemaking.