5000 vine per hectare High trellising, Guyot and Royat pruning Limestone, clay hills and loamy soils
French Bouledogue Picoul de Pinet WHITE WINE
Appellation | AOP – Picpoul de Pinet 2021 |
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Blend | 100 % PIQUEPOUL |
ABV | 12,5 % Alc. /Vol |
Age of vines / Yields | 20 – 30 years / 35 HL / Hectare |
Color | The color is limpid glossy yellow with green glints |
Nose | The nose develops aromas of citrus zest and some minerality |
Serving temperature | Best served at 10-12°C |
Preservation | Up to 3 years, in good storage conditions. |
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Soil
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Winemaking
Night mechanical harvest. Cooling after gentle destemming and crushing.
Soft pressing and selection of best juices by tasting. Controlled fermentation temperature. Aging on fine lees. Minimal use of sulfites.
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Palate
The agitation reveals flavours of exotic fruits, slightly menthol.
The attack is round with notes of candied citrus, followed with a full middle palate The finish is elegantly iodized.
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Food pairing
It is a faithful companion for oysters and pairs beautifully with a scallop (“Noix de St Jacques”) or all type of fish.