Chardonnay is one of the Languedoc’s signature white grapes, but Michel gives the variety a new twist with this enjoyable, crisp wine. He has turned to some higher-altitude terroirs in Limoux and the Haute-Vallée de l’Aude, where elevations of 350 to 450 metres help to produce fresh, delicious fruit.
At a glance
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Soil:Mineral-rich marly clay-limestone (80%) and gravelly clay-limestone (20%)
Winemaking: Manual harvest of ripe grapes; reductive fermentation; direct pressing with CO2/SO2 protection; 13.5 to 14% potential alcohol
Classification: Pays d’Oc IGP
Tasting notes
Pale gold in colour with a greenish hue, this Pays d’Oc IGP white is all about freshness and finesse. Vibrant pear on the palate, with subtle notes of lime blossom and acacia. Rounded and delicious mouthfeel. A beautiful fruit-inflected wine.
And the pairing?
This wine is the perfect match for scallop carpaccio as well as seafood and exquisite fish dishes.