Bettschen Steve - Phusis - Arvine Vieille Vigne Sur Falaise 2019 (750ml) Petillant Naturel

Bettschen Steve - Phusis - Arvine Vieille Vigne Sur Falaise 2019 (750ml) Petillant NaturelFresh, the nose evokes green fruits (apple, gooseberry), melon, fatty herbs, fresh wood, mint. Vinous on the attack, the palate unfolds a full, rich body, led by an important vivacity which tenses and invigorates it. Very long, powerful, tight, intense finish. From experience, this wine benefits from a long carafe aging

when combined with the area’s unique mesoclimate

Varietal Composition:

This Sangiovese is elegant

A bitter edge spoils the fruity character

Lirac shares many similarities to both neighboring crus Tavel and Châteauneuf-du-Pape

there’s prickly acidity

There’s depth and breadth to this solidly built red

mulberry and cinnamon spice emerge

Needs at least three to five years bottle age

This vibrant wine is a pale straw colour with green highlights

continental climate

while the Pinots add the classic red fruits for which England is so acclaimed