Aligoté
A rare grape variety in the Rhône Valley Vineyards, Aligoté is only present in the Diois vineyards, and allowed in the blends of Châtillon-en-Diois AOC and Crémant de Die AOC wines.
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Origin: Bourgogne
Location within the Rhône Valley: Diois
Soils: Clay-limestone
Plantings within the Rhône Valley AOCs: About 30 hectares
In the vineyards
Bunch and berries: Small bunches, small berries
In the cellars
Characteristics: Aligoté makes for lively white wines, with an aromatic profile that varies according to the terroir and the vintage.
Wine styles: Still and sparkling dry white wines