From our best clay-limestone hillsides, the 20-year-old vines are subject to the dual Atlantic and Mediterranean influence.
French Bouledogue Chardonnay – Viognier
At once arrogant, stubborn, festive, elegant and cute, the French Bouledogue offers a wide collection of gourmet wines for a real pleasure !
Appellation: | IGP Cité de Carcassonne |
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Blend: | 40 % Viognier / 60 % Chardonnay |
ABV: | 12,5 % |
Average age of vines: | 30 years |
Color: | The color is pale pink with salmon glints. |
Nose: | On the nose, pear is highlighted alongside more vegetal notes of lime blossom. |
Serving temperature: | Serve cold (8-10°) in summer and chilled (10-12°) the rest of the year. |
Preservation: | 3 years. |
Specificites
Soil
![Vignoble-avec-mazet](https://winesandbrands.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Vignoble-avec-mazet.jpg)
![raisin](https://winesandbrands.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/oeil-nez-bouche-bistrau-blanc.jpg)
Specificites
Winemaking
Direct pressing and cold soaking. The Viognier ferments and does the malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels.
Ageing : 5 months on fine lees.
Specificites
Palate
In the mouth, the Viognier brings structure and roundness, while the Chardonnay brings freshness.
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Specificities
Food pairing
Ideal as an aperitif, with cheeses, white meats or fish.