COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Gérard Bertrand
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gérard Bertrand Cigalus Blanc is a white wine from the IGP Pays d'Oc appellation in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. Produced by Gérard Bertrand, a winemaker committed to biodynamic and organic practices, this wine is a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, and Sauvignon Blanc. The estate's philosophy centers on cultivating vineyards in harmony with their environment, employing biodynamic principles to express the unique character of the terroir. The 2023 vintage reflects a year of balanced conditions, contributing to its distinct profile.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€34
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gérard Bertrand is a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture in the Languedoc.
Fact 02
The estate focuses on harmony between vines and the environment.
Fact 03
Low yields (25 hl/ha) concentrate the grape's essence.
Fact 04
The wine is certified organic and biodynamic.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gérard Bertrand Cigalus Blanc is produced using grapes cultivated through biodynamic practices. The harvest is done by hand, followed by pneumatic pressing. Approximately 70% of the juice ferments in new oak barrels, while the remaining 30% is vinified in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is carried out, and the wine is aged for 7 to 8 months in French oak barrels, with regular lees stirring. This process aims to create a wine that reflects the vineyard's terroir and exhibits finesse and complexity.
