
Cros des Calades Ballon Blanc
- Country: France
- Region: Rhone
- Apelltation:
- Variety: Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, and Rolle
- Farming: Certified Organic
- Vintage:
- Vegan: Yes
Ballon Blanc is a fresh, playful white from the blossoming Cros des Calades project in the southern Rhône, where Florence and Benoît Chazallon gently coax expressive wines from organic vineyards near Grospierres. It is a blend of Grenache Blanc, Rolle (Verdejo/Vermentino) and Chardonnay, lifted by bright acidity and a joyful spirit that mirrors the sun-lit Ardèche hills.
In the glass it glows with pale straw light, inviting with aromas of citrus peel, white stone fruit and a whisper of blossom. On the palate the fruit is clean and generous, juicy peach and apricot framed by lively acidity and a subtle spice that lingers gently on the finish. Ballon Blanc is a wine of pure, easy pleasure — light enough to serve on its own yet with enough character to stand beside seafood, fresh salads or simple grilled fare.
Effortless and inviting, this is summer in a glass... refreshing, beautifully balanced and truly drinkable.
