Name of Estate/Domaine:
Mas de Daumas Gassac
Vintage: 2018
Tasting Notes
Pale straw in colour with scents of tropical fruits and toasted nuts. Fresh and floral on the palate, the texture is firm and waxy with flavours of green apples and tropical fruits. The finish is lingering with firm acidity.
*Natural wines are suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians
Country & Region
France - Languedoc
Grape/Blend
22% Petit Manseng, 35% Viognier, 16% Chardonnay, 10% Chenin Blanc, 17% other varieties
Terroir:
White Lutetian limestone.
Viticulture:
Dry winter and spring, followed by an exceedingly hot summer and just the right amount of rain in August meant grapes were picked at ideal maturity.
Vinification:
100% Manual harvested
Skin maceration for 5 to 7 days.
Fermentation in stainless steel tank.
Maturation for 2 to 4 months in stainless steel tank.
Food Pairing
Cream of asparagus, red peppers à la Languedocienne, fresh salmon in pastry on a bed of wild fennel, grilled swordfish steaks, roast pork with ginger and pears caramelised with vinegar.