Marestel is a white produced by Chevallier-Bernard in Roussette de Savoie Marestel, Savoie, France. Made from Altesse. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: White
Appellation: Roussette de Savoie Marestel
Region: Savoie
Country: France
Grapes: Altesse
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: medium-bodied, high acidity, dry
Marestel is one of the top crus of Roussette de Savoie, made from the Altesse grape grown on the steep slopes above Lac du Bourget. Expect a dry, fairly full-bodied white with bright acidity, aromas of honeyed white flowers, quince and almond, and a slightly waxy, mineral texture. It pairs beautifully with regional dishes like fondue or gratin, as well as richer poultry and mountain cheeses.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Savoie, France
Savoie is an alpine wine region in eastern France, tucked among the mountains and lakes near the Swiss and Italian borders, famous for crisp, high-altitude whites.
Altesse
Altesse is a white grape of the French Alps, best known as the noble variety of Savoie, where it is also called Roussette and gives the region's most serious whites.
More wines
From Chevallier-Bernard
- Roussette de Savoie — Chevallier-Bernard, Roussette de Savoie
More white wines from Savoie
- Côtillon des Dames — Jean Yves Peron, Savoie
- Fleur de Savoie — Philippe Grisard, Roussette de Savoie
- La Croisette Altesse — Domaine D'ici Là, Savoie
- Marin Tradition — Domaine Delalex, Roussette de Savoie
Frequently asked questions
Where is Marestel from?
Marestel is produced by Chevallier-Bernard in Roussette de Savoie Marestel, Savoie, France.
What grapes are in Marestel?
Marestel is made from Altesse.