Château Rayas, Chateau Des Tours CDR Grande Reserve Blanc 2016

Château des Tours Côtes-du-Rhône Grande Réserve Blanc 2016 comes from the celebrated Reynaud family, whose name is closely associated with Château Rayas and some of the Rhône Valley’s most individualistic wines. A refined and age-worthy white, it offers the understated complexity, texture and sense of place for which this small family domaine is known.

Tasting Notes
The 2016 vintage presents a bright golden appearance, with the depth of colour that comes from bottle age and extended development. Its nose is expressive and layered, combining orchard fruit, citrus peel and white flowers with subtle honeyed, herbal and mineral nuances. On the palate, the wine is textured and poised, balancing ripe fruit with refreshing acidity. Expect flavours of pear, baked apple, citrus and gentle spice, followed by a long, savoury finish. With careful cellaring, a well-stored bottle can continue to evolve, developing greater nutty, waxy and tertiary complexity.

Production
Produced in the southern Rhône under the Côtes-du-Rhône designation, this wine reflects the warm Mediterranean climate and the stony, mineral-influenced soils typical of the area. Château des Tours is known for traditional, low-intervention winemaking and for allowing the character of the fruit and vintage to remain prominent. Specific grape composition and cellar details are not provided for this bottle; the 2016 vintage is nevertheless regarded as an excellent year in the Rhône, marked by concentration and balance.

Food & Serving
Serve lightly chilled at approximately 10–12°C, allowing the wine to open and reveal its full texture in the glass. It is a natural match for roasted poultry, veal, grilled or baked fish, shellfish in a creamy sauce and mature, gently flavoured cheeses. Decanting is not essential, but a short decant or 20–30 minutes in a large glass can help a mature bottle unfold.

Producer
Château des Tours is part of the Reynaud family’s group of estates and is closely linked to the legendary Château Rayas, one of the Rhône’s most sought-after producers. Under the direction of Emmanuel Reynaud, the domaine has earned a devoted following for its traditional approach, expressive terroir and wines that favour character over stylistic uniformity. Its bottlings are highly regarded by collectors and Rhône enthusiasts for their individuality, depth and ability to develop gracefully with age.

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