Hugo & Pauline Villa 2023 "Nuances de L'Aube" Marsanne Collines Rhodaniennes IGP

Nuances de l’Aube 2023 is a crystalline, juicy, and aromatic Marsanne that embodies northern Rhône freshness. With its white- and stone-fruit profile, floral accents, and stony-mineral backbone, it’s a versatile and elegant white wine for both casual and refined pairings.

🌱 Terroir & Viticulture

• 100 % Marsanne sourced from thin, schist‑ and gneiss‑rich soils over granite in the northern Rhône, notably from early-harvested parcels selected by the next-gen siblings of Pierre‑Jean Villa 

• Grapes are harvested manually, fermented spontaneously, and the wine undergoes élevage entirely in concrete vats to preserve freshness and crystalline purity 

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👃 Aromatic Profile

• Nose: Delicate and refined, with white flower aromas, white peach, green apple, pear, and citrus zest like tangerine and mandarin 

• Also exhibits hawthorn and fresh-fruit brightness, enhancing its lively, aromatic signature 

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👅 Palate & Structure

• Palate: Crisp and well-balanced, combining orchard and stone-fruit flavors—peach, pear, apple—with energetic, juicy acidity 

• Texture: Medium-bodied yet light, mouth‑filling, with refined minerality from its stony soils. Harmonious and classy, with seamless integration across components 

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🍂 Finish & Enjoyment

• Leaves a lingering impression of white-fleshed fruit and subtle mineral tension on a clean, lively finish

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🧭 Style & Use

• A fresh, drinkable Rhône white that’s both gastronomic and sociable—a farm‑to‑table wine suited to varied occasions 

• At ~12% ABV, it balances elegance with vitality, perfect for early enjoyment 

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🍽️ Pairing Suggestions

• Ideal with lean fish, shellfish, light appetizers, and fresh cheeses 

• Also complements chicken, turkey, and dishes where reserved acidity boosts flavors 

Collines Rhodaniennes is the IGP title for red, white and rosé wines from an area which essentially corresponds to the northern Rhône Valley wine region of eastern France. The catchment area for this title stretches from Lyon in the north to Montélimar in the south.