{"product_id":"chateau-rayas-chateau-des-tours-cdr-grande-reserve-blanc-2010","title":"Château Rayas, Chateau Des Tours CDR Grande Reserve Blanc 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau des Tours is one of the Rhône estates associated with Emmanuel Reynaud, the celebrated winemaker behind Château Rayas. This 2010 Grande Réserve Blanc offers the opportunity to experience a mature white Rhône from a producer renowned for individual, traditionally crafted wines and remarkable ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith more than a decade of bottle age, this white is expected to show a deep golden appearance and a developed bouquet of orchard fruit, dried flowers, honey, herbs and subtle nutty nuances. The palate should be textured and complex, balancing mature fruit with savoury, mineral and gently oxidative notes, while retaining enough freshness to carry its length.\n\nThe 2010 vintage makes this a compelling choice for lovers of aged Rhône whites. It is best approached as a mature, tertiary wine rather than a fresh, fruit-driven white; careful storage and bottle condition will naturally influence its precise expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in the Rhône by Château des Tours, an estate closely linked to Château Rayas, this wine reflects the traditional, low-intervention style associated with the Reynaud family. Specific information regarding the grape varieties, vineyard sites and vinification of this cuvée is not available, but its extended maturation and mature vintage suggest a wine designed to develop complexity in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe lightly chilled at approximately 10–12°C to allow its aromatic and textural qualities to emerge. It would pair beautifully with roast poultry, veal, creamy mushroom dishes, mature cheeses and richly flavoured fish such as turbot or monkfish. Decanting is not essential, but a gentle decant 20–30 minutes before serving may help open the wine; pour carefully if sediment is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau des Tours is part of the portfolio of Emmanuel Reynaud, whose family has played a defining role in the modern history of southern Rhône wine through Château Rayas. Based in the Vacqueyras area, Château des Tours is respected for traditionally made wines that prioritise character, texture and evolution over formulaic consistency. Its connection to Château Rayas makes this a particularly interesting bottle for collectors and enthusiasts of classic Rhône wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Rayas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54701038928209,"sku":"PS-16091632337276","price":157.42,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/blanc.png?v=1787814296","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/chateau-rayas-chateau-des-tours-cdr-grande-reserve-blanc-2010","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}