Gilbert & Gaillard rewards Villa Russiz wines

10 august 2018

Two Gold Medal awarded by Gilbert & Gaillard International Competition 2018: Sauvignon De La Tour 2017 with 90 points and Gräfin De La Tour 2016 with 91 points. The prestigious international competition has evaluated very positively the two Villa Russiz DOC Collio that will be reported in the wine Guide in 4 languages and in the homonymous magazine dedicated to wine in France and in over 25 countries in the world.

Sauvignon De La Tour 2017 has obtained 90 points thanks to its aromas and flavour harmony with a persistent finish, this is the descriotion reported:Pale yellow. Expressive nose of blackcurrant bud, citrus and a touch of boxwood. Tense, lively, concentrated palate with a harmonious structure, splendid precision and restrained exuberance. Touches of jasmine and spice. Persistent finish. Gold standard.”

Gräfin De La Tour 2014 earned 91 points/100 for its elegance and exuberance. This is the description: “Brilliant light yellow. Racy, mineral nose intermixing white fruits and a touch of linden. Generous, ample, perfumed palate with invigorating exuberance and superb, striking aromas. Clear sense of place lingers. A superb wine for shellfish.”