COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Maison Fortant
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Grande Nuit Sauvignon Blanc 2023 from Maison Fortant is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc produced under the Pays d'Oc IGP in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. The wine's distinctive name, 'Grande Nuit,' signifies its unique nighttime harvesting method, employed to preserve the grapes' inherent freshness and vivacity. Maison Fortant, with a legacy beginning in Algeria in the 1920s and establishing itself in Languedoc in the 1960s, is known for producing wines that capture the essence of their regional terroir. This approach allows for the creation of elegant and expressive wines that reflect the character of their origin.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Harvested at night to capture peak freshness.
Fact 02
Name 'Grande Nuit' means 'Great Night'.
Fact 03
Maison Fortant has a history dating back to the 1920s.
Fact 04
Available in both bottles and bag-in-box formats.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Grande Nuit Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is characterized by its distinctive nighttime harvesting, referred to as 'La Grande Nuit.' This technique is employed to preserve the freshness, vivacity, and crispness of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Following harvest, the grapes are processed to create a white wine. Further details on fermentation, aging, and specific vinification techniques are not provided, but the overall approach aligns with Maison Fortant's commitment to producing expressive wines that reflect their regional origin.
