CLASSIC WHITE 2010
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest date: 9 - 10 September
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Light white blossom aromas appear first of all, followed by lemon and preserved orange with hints of smoke. On the palate these are joined by acidulous aromas. The wine is full and fresh with a long finish and plenty of fleshiness.
This vintage is rather special as malolactic fermentation took place on part of the wine. We also thought that it found a good balance quite quickly; we therefore bottled the wine earlier than usual, while it still had its primary aromas, which are always more to the fore at this stage.
Serving suggestions:
This Classic White makes an ideal aperitif and also goes well with shellfish or grilled fish. You could also try something more original with tajines or woks.
CLASSIC WHITE 2008
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 8 September
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Initial acidulous citrus fruit aromas, particularly grapefruit and orange peel, followed by smoky, mineral notes.
Full and fleshy on the palate, with sweet, mineral flavours. The finish is fresh and floral.
Serving suggestions:
This Classic White may be enjoyed young, when it offers fruitiness, or older (3 to 6 years), when it has more floral, mineral qualities. When young, it should be aired in a carafe to release its aromas, and served at approximately 12°C.
It goes particularly well as an aperitif with tapas, or with grilled fish, seafood such as Coquilles St Jacques, or goat’s cheeses.
CLASSIC WHITE 2007
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 30 August
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 14.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Initial dominant citrus fruit aromas, particularly orange peel and preserved lemons, followed by hints of white blossom and white peach.
Well balanced on the palate, with the initial freshness and fleshiness revealing white blossom flavours and hints of resin and violets that carry through to a long, lively finish.
Serving suggestions:
This Classic White may be enjoyed young, when it offers fruitiness, or older (3 to 6 years), when it has more floral, mineral qualities. When young, it should be aired in a carafe to release its aromas, and served at approximately 12°C.
It goes particularly well as an aperitif with tapas, or with grilled fish, seafood such as Coquilles St Jacques, or goat’s cheeses.
CLASSIC WHITE 2006
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 29 August
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 14.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Initial aromas are similar to curry. These are followed by other sweet aromas: saffron, tropical fruit, candied citrus fruit and orange blossom.
The flavours that emerge on tasting are a little fruitier, supported by a sensation of freshness, fullness and concentration.
The bouquet is of excellent length, with the appearance of a hint of almond.
Serving suggestions:
This Classic White may be enjoyed young, when it offers fruitiness, or older (3 to 6 years), when it has more floral, mineral qualities. When young, it should be aired in a carafe to release its aromas, and served at approximately 12°C.
It goes particularly well as an aperitif with tapas, or with grilled fish, seafood such as Coquilles St Jacques, or goat’s cheeses.
CLASSIC WHITE 2005
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 5 september
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.50 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Serving suggestions:
This wine may be served with a number of dishes, but is ideal with shellfish, Asian food and grilled fish.
This white wine is best served at around 12°C. If opened young, it should be exposed to the air (decanted) before serving, but it will gain in elegance and complexity after a few years.
CLASSIC WHITE 2004
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 20 September
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Serving suggestions:
This wine may be served with a number of dishes, but is ideal with shellfish, Asian food and grilled fish.
This white wine is best served at around 12°C. If opened young, it should be exposed to the air (decanted) before serving, but it will gain in elegance and complexity after a few years.
CLASSIC WHITE 2003
Vin de Pays d’Oc
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 19 August
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Very fresh on the nose, with a sensation of sweetness and a bouquet that includes white flowers (vine, honeysuckle...), broom and mellow hints of mandarin and mango.
This Classic has a well-rounded structure that highlights the richness of the wine and sustains a liveliness right through to the finish.
Serving suggestions:
This wine may be served with a number of dishes, but is ideal with shellfish, Asian food and grilled fish.
This white wine is best served at around 12°C. If opened young, it should be exposed to the air (decanted) before serving, but it will gain in elegance and complexity after a few years.
CLASSIC WHITE 2002
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 5 September
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.0 % vol.
Tasting notes:
This very fresh wine has a mellow, harmonious nose that includes white flowers, white peaches, citrus fruits and a hint of mineral.
The wine has plenty of fullness, a rich structure to sustain the bouquet and good acidity, which means that it will be a fine accompaniment to a meal.
Serving suggestions:
If opened young, it should be exposed to the air before serving. It will develop added finesse and complexity over time and will be at its best between 2006 and 2009).
This Classic Blanc should be served with grilled fish or fish terrine, shellfish or goats’ cheeses.
CLASSIC WHITE 2001
Soil: Clayey limestone
Grape variety: Sauvignon
Harvest: By hand, in crates, with sorting
Harvest start date: 30 August 2001
Vinification: Slow pressing - Racking - Fermentation in the tank
Maturing: On the lees, in stainless steel tanks
Alcoholic strength: 13.0 % vol.
Packaging: 75 cl Bordeaux bottles
Tasting notes:
Very typical and pure, this wine mixes very fresh, fruity aromas (citrus fruits, peaches) with quite sweet floral notes to form a balanced, harmonious nose.
The bouquet is sustained on the palate by fullness and freshness linked to good acidity, giving the wine good aromatic persistence.
Tasting suggestions:
Ideal as an aperitif, with tapas, fish served as a terrine or grilled (sea bass, sea bream) or goat's cheese.
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