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Grand Vallee

2012 Limoux 90% Chardonnay 10% Chenin Blanc

The Luc Pirlet Grand Vallee is a delightful white wine that showcases a beautiful blend of ninety percent Chardonnay and ten percent Chenin Blanc, resulting in a vibrant and expressive profile. Hailing from the esteemed Limoux region, known for its diverse terroir and exceptional winegrowing conditions, this vintage from 2012 exudes a radiant pale yellow hue. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied structure with bright acidity that invigorates the senses, enhancing its fresh and lively qualities. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering notes of crisp green apple, citrus, and stone fruit, beautifully complemented by subtle hints of floral and mineral undertones. The wine maintains a dry finish, making it an enticing choice for various occasions, whether sipped solo or paired with seafood dishes or light poultry fare, epitomizing the elegance found in Limoux's unique terroir.

Tasting notes:


Honey

Honey

Almond

Almond

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon

France's oldest and largest winemaking region, the Languedoc-Roussillon stretches around the sun-kissed Mediterranean from Roussillon to Provence. Taking in everything from rugged mountain slopes to breezy coastline, this vast region features various climates and terroirs. Outside of its famous AOCs like Minervois, Corbières and Saint-Chinian, many Languedoc wines are made in the less restrictive IGP classification, in particular the Pays d'Oc. There are many wine styles made in Languedoc, but full-bodied reds blending Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Cinsault are the most common. For summer drinking, look to its fruity rosé, rounded Chardonnay and zingy Picpoul. You will often find grape varieties stated on the label of Languedoc's IGP wines, an uncommon practice in much of France.

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