COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Plaimont Producteurs
REGION
South West France
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Plaimont Madiran Vieilles Vignes is a red wine from the Madiran AOC in Southwest France, produced by Plaimont Producteurs, a cooperative of approximately 1,000 winegrowing families. The wine originates from old vines, a characteristic highlighted by the 'Vieilles Vignes' designation, which typically results in grapes of enhanced quality and concentration. The Madiran appellation is situated in the Gers, Hautes-Pyrénées, and Pyrénées-Atlantiques departments, benefiting from a climate shaped by the Pyrenees mountains, the Adour River, and the Atlantic Ocean. Plaimont Producteurs is committed to preserving and promoting the unique terroirs and indigenous grape varieties of this region, blending tradition with innovation.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€31
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Madiran wines are known for their significant aging potential.
Fact 02
The 'Vieilles Vignes' designation means these grapes come from old vines.
Fact 03
Tannat is the star grape, often making up over 60% of the blend.
Fact 04
This region is part of the historic Gascony area.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Plaimont Madiran Vieilles Vignes involves fermentation and maceration on skins for 20 to 30 days in stainless steel tanks. Following this, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. The different grape varieties are vinified separately before the blend is aged for one year in oak barrels. Plaimont Producteurs' approach combines traditional winemaking practices with innovative techniques, aiming to express the unique character of the region's terroirs and indigenous grape varieties.
