Chateau L'Arrosee, Saint-Emilion, 2000 SO061124_Vetter2021 A touch of skin contact

A touch of skin contact gives texture

organically farmed vineyards

It opens with a hit of citrus peel and bitter herbs

Rich tannins and a vibrant acidity provide balance

A Volnay master making sparkling wine in the Jura — and doing something a little rebellious with it

Chateau L'Arrosee, Saint-Emilion, 2000 SO061124_Vetter2021 A touch of skin contactGrand Cru Class Saint Emilion from an estate first documented in 1868 under Pierre Magne, a minister to Napoleon III. The name means "the watered one"an underground spring feeds the property. Franois Rodhain modernized and began estate bottling in 1957. The vineyard sits on the southern slopes near Chteau Ausone: clay and silica limestone with excellent southern exposure. 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Note: In 2013, L'Arrose