Ange
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye steak, wild mushroom stew
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Part of Xavier Vignon's enigmatic 'Arcane' series, 'L'Ange' (The Angel) is a testament to the winemaker's innovative and almost alchemical approach to the Southern Rhône. This cuvée is designed to showcase the ethereal, elegant side of old-vine Grenache, drawing fruit from cooler, high-altitude parcels across the region to preserve freshness and vibrant acidity. Vignon, a master oenologist, utilizes his deep scientific understanding of terroir to craft a wine that transcends traditional appellation boundaries, often employing complex aging techniques to protect the delicate floral and red-fruit aromatics. The name evokes the celestial balance achieved between the natural power of the sun-drenched Rhône grapes and the grace of their execution.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Based in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France, at 190 Route de Sorgues, the house of Xavier Vignon was founded by the renowned consultant oenologist of the same name to express the diverse terroirs of the Southern Rhône Valley. Renowned for an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovative blending, the winery crafts exceptional red, white, and rosé wines, utilizing masterfully tailored aging techniques like concrete eggs and oak foudres. Its signature expressions, including the highly acclaimed Cuvée Anonyme and the creative Arcane series, reflect Vignon's scientific precision and artistic vision. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.xaviervignon.com.