Gagnepain Risoul - Saint-Péray - Élément - White - 2021

Wine:

Made predominantly from Roussanne (90%), the 2021 White Saint-Péray Élément offers a pure, full expression of its limestone terroir. This is a focused, vibrant wine—elegant and precise—marked by subtle toasty notes from barrel ageing and a refined, expressive structure. Aromas of white-fleshed fruit, delicate spices, and jasmine unfold beautifully. Its bright freshness makes it instantly enjoyable—perfect with seafood—though it also has the depth to age gracefully for another 7 to 8 years. Scored 94/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification. Aged in demi-muids for 10 months.

Color:

Bright golden yellow.

Nose:

Aromas of great purity highlighted by a lively freshness with citrus and white flowers.

Palate:

On the palate, this complex wine reveals a fine, concentrated structure, with subtle oak that brings notes of toast and spice. The mid-palate is broad, savory, and expressive, leading into a mineral finish that lingers beautifully.

Temperature:

Serve at 10 to 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Salmon tartare with lime zest, seared scallops and creamy chive emulsion, chicken pad Thai.

Cellar aging:

Starting today and continuing until 2030.

Born from the meeting of two Southern Rhône Valley oenologists, Emmanuel Gagnepain and David Risoul, G.R Vins offers a range of characterful wines shaped by the Mediterranean landscape.

Their guiding principle? Freshness, vibrant fruit flavors, and a mineral touch—modern wines crafted with passion and a deep respect for the environment.