COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng
PRODUCER
Domaine Laougué
REGION
South West France
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Laougué is located in the heart of the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh appellations in Southwest France. Managed by the Dabadie family (under SARL Dabadie GC), the estate has transitioned towards sustainable agriculture and organic practices. The terroir features clay-limestone soils on rolling hillsides, which benefit from warm, sunny days and cool nights influenced by the nearby Pyrenees mountains. This unique microclimate allows the local Manseng grapes to retain high natural acidity while achieving optimal phenolic ripeness.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh shares the exact same geographic boundaries as the famous red-wine appellation Madiran.
Fact 02
The name Pacherenc comes from the Gascon dialect 'Pau i Hérat', meaning 'vines planted in rows'.
Fact 03
The Dabadie family has managed Domaine Laougué for generations, blending traditional Gascon heritage with modern sustainability.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes, primarily Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng, are harvested by hand to ensure selection of the healthiest fruit. After gentle pressing, the juice undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the vibrant primary fruit aromas and crisp acidity. A portion of the wine undergoes aging on its fine lees with regular stirring (bâtonnage) to add texture, complexity, and roundness to the palate before bottling.
