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La Douleur Exquise
Pays d'Oc IGP, France
Our Grenache Blanc from Pays d’Oc is fresh, bright, and Best of Class!
ABOUT THIS WINE:
La Douleur Exquise
Grenache Blanc
Our triple award-winning Grenache Blanc from La Douleur Exquise in Pays d’Oc is truly spectacular. The 2019 vintage received 90 points and a Gold Medal from the 2020 Harvest Challenge, not to mention a Best of Class award from the Dan Berger’s 2020 International Wine & Cider Competition. The Pays d’Oc region is inland from the coastline in Southwest France. Just north of the Spanish border, the area experiences a moderate Mediterranean climate with hot, dry days and coastal influences thanks to the nearby Balearic Sea. Grenache Blanc, a grape primarily known for its role as a blender in the famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape blend, thrives in the environment. When highlighted on its own, the varietal is fresh and bright. For this particular wine, our winemaking partners chose fruit that was low yield but highly concentrated. Grapes were picked in the early hours of the morning while temperatu ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Douleur Exquise
Grenache Blanc
Our triple award-winning Grenache Blanc from La Douleur Exquise in Pays d’Oc is truly spectacular. The 2019 vintage received 90 points and a Gold Medal from the 2020 Harvest Challenge, not to mention a Best of Class award from the Dan Berger’s 2020 International Wine & Cider Competition. The Pays d’Oc region is inland from the coastline in Southwest France. Just north of the Spanish border, the area experiences a moderate Mediterranean climate with hot, dry days and coastal influences thanks to the nearby Balearic Sea. Grenache Blanc, a grape primarily known for its role as a blender in the famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape blend, thrives in the environment. When highlighted on its own, the varietal is fresh and bright. For this particular wine, our winemaking partners chose fruit that was low yield but highly concentrated. Grapes were picked in the early hours of the morning while temperatu ...
WINE REGION:
Pays d'Oc IGP
If you've vacationed in the south of France, you've probably visited the Pays d'Oc region. Embracing the Mediterranean from Spain to Provence, this region is famed as much for its Grenache, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as its endless sunshine. Pays d'Oc covers non-AOC wines made across this large, sun-kissed region, known as France's "New World." Far from the regulations of the AOC system, pioneering winemakers headed here to experiment, crafting many now-famous wines that often state their grape variety on the label—not something that was common in France before then. IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée) within France’s wine classification system focuses on controlling regional and geographical origin. The category is less restrictive than the AOC classification and gives winemakers more freedom with style and taste profile when creating wines.
WINE REGION
Pays d'Oc IGP
If you've vacationed in the south of France, you've probably visited the Pays d'Oc region. Embracing the Mediterranean from Spain to Provence, this region is famed as much for its Grenache, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as its endless sunshine. Pays d'Oc covers non-AOC wines made across this large, sun-kissed region, known as France's "New World." Far from the regulations of the AOC system, pioneering winemakers headed here to experiment, crafting many now-famous wines that often state their grape variety on the label—not something that was common in France before then. IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée) within France’s wine classification system focuses on controlling regional and geographical origin. The category is less restrictive than the AOC classification and gives winemakers more freedom with style and taste profile when creating wines.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Goat Cheese, Ratatouille, Shrimp Scampi
Pairs well with…
Goat Cheese, Ratatouille, Shrimp Scampi
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Goat Cheese, Ratatouille, Shrimp Scampi
Pairs well with…
Goat Cheese, Ratatouille, Shrimp Scampi
TASTING NOTES:
Pear
Lime
White Flowers
Bold white floral aromas of honeysuckle and sweet apple blossom hit the nose immediately. Ripe white peach and Asian pear flavors meld together and are complemented by notes of lime zest. A slight minerality balances out the natural acidity of the wine and makes each sip linger.
TASTING NOTES
Pear
Lime
White Flowers
Bold white floral aromas of honeysuckle and sweet apple blossom hit the nose immediately. Ripe white peach and Asian pear flavors meld together and are complemented by notes of lime zest. A slight minerality balances out the natural acidity of the wine and makes each sip linger.
AWARDS:
La Douleur Exquise
5 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Class, 2020 Dan Berger's International Wine & Cider Competition
90 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
Gold Medal, 2020 Harvest Challenge
AWARDS
La Douleur Exquise
5 TOTAL AWARDS
Best of Class, 2020 Dan Berger's International Wine & Cider Competition
90 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
Gold Medal, 2020 Harvest Challenge
ABOUT THE BRAND:
La Douleur Exquise
As the French Proverb states, "there are two great pleasures in gambling; that of winning and that of losing." Even to the seasoned winemaker, each vintage presents unique challenges concerning not only Mother Nature but everything leading to the finished bottle. However, much like the greatest players, the finest winemakers spend countless hours studying and honing their craft to minimize risk. La Douleur Exquise embraces this labor of love. We capitalize on the wins of each vintage by utilizing the learnings of our past, making each of our wines a sure bet.
ABOUT THE BRAND
La Douleur Exquise
As the French Proverb states, "there are two great pleasures in gambling; that of winning and that of losing." Even to the seasoned winemaker, each vintage presents unique challenges concerning not only Mother Nature but everything leading to the finished bottle. However, much like the greatest players, the finest winemakers spend countless hours studying and honing their craft to minimize risk. La Douleur Exquise embraces this labor of love. We capitalize on the wins of each vintage by utilizing the learnings of our past, making each of our wines a sure bet.