Nivers N°05 — Florale et Hespéridée

by Nivers

Tasting Profile

Palate. The white floral roundness of jasmine is balanced by hesperidic notes of bergamot and citron, which bring good mid-palate acidity. A flattering floral persistence carries through, closing with a light bitterness on the finish.[1]

Structure. [2]

  • Acidity: Good mid-palate acidity
  • Complexity: Floral roundness balanced against hesperidic citrus
  • Length: Flattering floral persistence, light bitterness on the finish

Pairings

Nivers suggests pairing N°05 with mildly spiced dishes, scallop carpaccio, fresh goat cheese, roasted fruits, and vegetable terrine.[2]

Restaurant Relationships

Circle

Lyon, France

Service & pairing evidence

  • Pairing evidenceNivers N°05 is served as a non-alcoholic food pairing at Circle in Lyon with a dish by chef Bastian Ruga consisting of confit yellow beetroot, horseradish, red onion pickles, and smoked-herring-infused whey.source

La Ferme du Bien-Être

Saint-Julien-Chapteuil, France

Service & pairing evidence

  • Pairing evidenceNivers N°05 is paired with a beetroot tartlet, smoked trout, trout roe, and goat cheese dish created by La Ferme Bienêtre.source

Le Chantecler

Nice, France

Service & pairing evidence

  • Pairing evidenceNivers N°05 accompanied a dessert with citrus and honey notes, created by Chef Virginie Basselot, at Le Chantecler restaurant.source