Cave De Tain Marsanne 2020

Cave De Tain Marsanne is a vibrant white wine from the Rhône Valley, France, crafted entirely from the Marsanne grape. It pours a pale yellow hue with green reflections and offers a richly expressive bouquet of white daisy flowers and citrus fruits. On the palate, it is fresh and lively, balancing floral charm with zesty fruit notes. Awarded 92 points by Jeb Dunnuck, this wine is a stellar representation of the varietal and a testament to Cave de Tain’s expertise in the Northern Rhône.

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Type: White Wine
Style: Fresh, Floral, Bright
Grape Varietal: Marsanne
Tastes Like: White daisy, citrus fruit, floral notes, mineral
Alcohol Percentage: 13%
Closure: Screwcap
Size: 750mL
Appellation: IGP Collines Rhôdaniennes
Region: Rhône Valley, France
Terroir: Slopes of granite and alluvial soils
Aging: Stainless steel fermentation
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C – Best served chilled

Cave de Tain is a leading co-operative winery based in Tain-l'Hermitage, at the foot of the iconic Hermitage hill in the Northern Rhône. With decades of winemaking heritage, it brings together growers committed to quality and sustainability. The winery is known for its dedication to showcasing varietal character and regional identity, and this Marsanne is no exception—a crisp, floral, and refreshing white wine with a strong sense of place.

Seafood: Grilled prawns with garlic and lemon or seared whiting with capers.
Poultry: Chicken piccata or turkey with citrus glaze.
Vegetarian: Zucchini tart or broad bean salad with feta and herbs.
Asian Cuisine: Ginger tofu stir-fry or Thai green curry with vegetables.

Fresh Goat's Cheese: Tangy and creamy, echoing the wine's citrus freshness.
Feta: Salty and crumbly, enhancing the wine's floral lift.
Tomme Blanche: Mild and milky, pairing delicately with floral notes.
Saint-Marcellin: Soft and aromatic, complementing the wine's elegant finish.

Gratin Dauphinois (Potato Gratin)

Ingredients:

• 1kg potatoes, thinly sliced
• 300ml thickened cream
• 2 garlic cloves, halved
• 50g butter
• Salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste
• 50g grated Gruyère cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Rub a gratin dish with the cut sides of garlic and grease with butter.
2. Layer sliced potatoes in the dish. Season each layer with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
3. Pour over cream and dot with butter. Top with Gruyère if using.
4. Bake for 1 hour or until golden and potatoes are tender.
5. Serve hot with a glass of Cave De Tain Marsanne.