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Pierre Boniface - Les Rocailles
2008 Apremont
Apremont is Pierre Boniface's signature wine, produced from the Jacquère grape at Les Rocailles, a true earthly paradise nestled in the French Alps. A cornerstone of the HPS portfolio, this great value is the perfect introduction to the unique and distinctive wines of Savoie.
Tasting Notes: Delicate and feather-light, it offers green apple and floral aromas on the nose. On the palate, it is dry and extremely refreshing, with crystal clear purity.
Serve With: Enjoy on its own, or pair with cheeses (especially fondue) or simple fish, chicken, or pasta dishes.
Vineyards
40 acres Jacquère for Apremont owned, 40 leased. About 8 owned, 15 leased for Roussette. Small acreages of Chardonnay for Brut, Jacquère for Abymes, Gamay for rosé and red for Mondeuse. Three acres leased for production of Roussanne for Chignin-Bergeron.
Appellation
Vin de Savoie
Composition
100% Jacquère.
Viticulture
Vines average more than 40 years of age, in both owned and leased vineyards. Yields of 4.75 tons/acre.
Vinification
Unoaked - vinified at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks.
Alcohol
11.5%
Accolades
89 pts, "...strong aromatics dovetailing beautifully with delicacy, refreshment, and mineral nuance..." - The Wine Advocate, Values Report, 6/09.
"Commended" - Decanter World Wine Awards, 2009.
"Commended" - International Wine Challenge (IWC), 2009.
UPC
750 ml: 0 97871 00329 2
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Label
300 DPI Label
Tech Sheet
Pierre Boniface: Apremont 2008 TS
Shelf Talker
Pierre Boniface: Apremont 2008 ST