The South's Answer to Hermitage
2013 Domaine Les Aurelles Aurel Blanc Coteaux du Languedoc
This is the single greatest white wine produced in the Languedoc. Basile and Caroline Saint-Germain are not typical winemakers; they are perfectionists who operate with a Grand Cru mentality in a region known for rustic blends. At Domaine Les Aurelles, they restrict yields to a shocking 20 hectoliters per hectare (low…
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Pure Farming: Farmed biodynamically with zero chemical inputs.
Perfect Maturity: Drinking beautifully now after 10+ years of age.
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Tasting notes
Aroma
A complex, evolving bouquet of dried apricot, beeswax, white flowers, and fresh hazelnut. It shows distinct honeyed notes of aged Roussanne without any heaviness.
Palate
Viscous and structured. The texture is rich and coating, similar to a white Hermitage, offering flavors of candied lemon, quince, and savory herbs. A saline mineral streak cuts through the richness, keeping the finish fresh and energetic.
White Wine Body Profile
Light
Bold
Body Profile
Balanced
55/100 Intensity
Light
Bold
55.0/100
Feather-light
Lifted
Balanced
Structured
Powerful
Grapes
100% Roussanne
ABV
14.0%
Serving
51–56°F
Window
2025–2038
Product Description
A rare 100% Roussanne rivaling the Northern Rhône.
This is the single greatest white wine produced in the Languedoc.
Basile and Caroline Saint-Germain are not typical winemakers; they are perfectionists who operate with a Grand Cru mentality in a region known for rustic blends. At Domaine Les Aurelles, they restrict yields to a shocking 20 hectoliters per hectare (lower than Château d'Yquem) and hold their wines back for years before release.
The 2013 Aurel Blanc is their flagship. Made from 100% Roussanne, it is designed to rival the legendary white wines of Hermitage rather than its local neighbors. Aged in neutral vessels to preserve absolute purity, it has spent over a decade developing a texture that is oily, waxy, and profound. This is not a simple aperitif; it is a gastronomic heavyweight that proves the South of France can produce world-class white wines.
