COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Picpoul Blanc
PRODUCER
Calmel & Joseph
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Picpoul de Pinet Villa Blanche is a white wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, produced by Calmel & Joseph. The wine is made from the Picpoul Blanc grape variety. Calmel & Joseph is a négociant house established in 1995, known for its close relationships with growers across the Languedoc-Roussillon. The vineyards for this wine are situated in a region influenced by the Mediterranean Sea, which helps to regulate the climate for the vines. The wine is characterized by its concentrated fruit and a distinct honeydew melon note, complemented by a vibrant mineral acidity.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Picpoul means 'lip stinger' in local dialect, referring to its crisp acidity.
Fact 02
The vines benefit from a sea breeze that helps keep them cool.
Fact 03
Picpoul de Pinet is one of the oldest grape varieties in the Languedoc.
Fact 04
This wine is often called the 'oyster wine' of the Languedoc.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Picpoul de Pinet Villa Blanche is produced using Picpoul Blanc grapes. After harvest, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees in stainless steel for a period of three months before bottling. This winemaking approach emphasizes the preservation of the grape's natural fruit characteristics and acidity.
