2017 Aristargos
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Comprised of Chenin Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette Blanche, Viognier, Sémillon and Marsanne, the 2017 Aristargos is an interesting wine that grew on me. It seems a bit jumbled on the nose at first, with tropical fruits, stone fruits and waxy citrus. As I tasted it, the expression of the wine came into focus on my palate and then lingered on the finish. Upon the second sip, the wine became more alive and textural across the mid-palate, with waxy melon, pear and peaches rounding out the finish, while subtle oak tones linger on. The wine has a good structure, long finish and is complex. Yeah, I like it. It's good. 12,030 bottles were made.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin
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First vintage was 2010. David and Nadia say that it’s the one wine of theirs that has made an impact in the UK. From 14 different vineyards – including fruit from two of their single vineyards. Harvested at different times and split into 20 different lots. Marsanne, plus Roussanne, Clairette, Crouchen (planted in 1960), Sémillon (planted in 1972) and Viognier. The Crouchen and Sémillon have some skin contact. Mainly stored in small oak casks. Broad, floral, rich nose with an added twist from the Marsanne. Very layered and dense. Already enjoyable in a citrus cough sweet sort of way. (JR)
The 2017 Aristargos is a blend of several white varieties from 14 different vineyards that includes Marsanne for the first time. It is whole-bunch-pressed, with the Sémillon kept on its skins for a few days and then matured in 300-liter used barrels for 12 months. It has a vivacious bouquet of yellow plum, mirabelle and jasmine aromas, all wonderfully defined. The palate is well balanced with a waxy texture and notes of stone fruit, sesame, walnut and orange peel . A very subtle flor -like element lends tension on finish. Superb.