Été indien
Été indien is slightly orange, a surprising white wine,gourmand, dry, with a beautiful breadth and freshness,and a gently bitter finish.
Été Indien is a white maceration wine, commonly known as an orange wine. This natural winemaking method dates back to antiquity and is making a comeback. Thanks to its aromatic richness, Gewürztraminer is perfectly suited to this type of vinification, which gives it a beautiful structure, along with a stunning orange hue.
Grapes varieties
100% Gewuztraminer
Tasting
Beautiful orange hue.The nose is slightly tangy, with notes of white flowers, pear, and honey.On the palate, the texture is enveloping, the wine is dense and balanced, with a slightly tannic structure that gives it tension and a lovely, lingering finish.A fruity and dry wine, perfect for pairing with original food and wine combinations (Asian cuisine, cheese).
Température
10-12º à l’apéritif | 12-14º à table
Food and wine
The smooth character of Été Indien makes it an easy-drinking and versatile wine. It pairs effortlessly with fresh, spicy Asian cuisine and offers interesting combinations with a variety of cheeses. It also pairs wonderfully with fish and chips and a delicious tartar sauce.
Awards
The winemarker’s corner
Soil: Clay-limestone, from the Bois vineyard.
The 2021 vintage was harvested on August 20th, at full ripeness. They grapes are first destemmed, then crushed and placed in a vat with their skins and seeds. And the skin contact maceration lasts for 10 days at a temperature of 20°C. A gentle extraction takes place before pressing. The wine then undergoes malolactic fermentation and is left to rest for several weeks. Pre-bottling filtration follows.
WHITE MACERATION WINE
Cellaring potential: 3 to 5 years. An interesting feature of orange wine is that it ages very pleasantly; its texture becomes even more enveloping, and its aromas grow more complex over time.
What those who have tasted it think 🤔
Neither white, nor rosé, nor red… wine can be orange (and delicious!)
By Frédérique Lebel, September 16, 2022
Available on the Petit Ballon website (www.lepetitballon.com) and in the brand’s two stores in Paris (Saint-Lazare and Paris Commerce), priced at 14 euros per bottle.
