Aldi Specially Selected French Roussanne Wine

This Aldi Specially Selected French Roussanne wine is made for them by the winemaker Jean-Claude Mas, from the Paul Mas Family Estate in the Pays d’Oc, Languedoc-Roussillon region. Not necessarily the home of Roussanne, but this area is producing excellent examples of this grape as a both a single varietal wine and in blends. Roussanne does well in a warmer climate where there is less disease pressure from fugal infections such as botrytis and powdery mildew; however, it can suffer if growing conditions become too dry.

This wine exudes beautiful floral aromas of fresh camomile blossoms as well as herbal tea-like notes and freshly chopped almonds. Once tasted, you’re immediately drawn in by the beautiful array of fresh fruit flavours such as juicy apricot, luscious pineapple and zesty lemon on a lingering, mouth watering finish. Additionally, my palate detected a bit of residual sugar which not only added a bit of sweetness to the mix but it also created a creamy, more rounded mouthfeel.

This wine offers great complexities without the expensive price tag to match. It’s often beneficial to look to the less traditional growing regions if you are after a variety that can be a bit pricier. Hidden bottled treasures can often be found in unexpected terroir!