COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Laurent Miquel/Cazal Viel
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Laurent Miquel Solas Chardonnay is a white wine from the IGP Pays d'Oc in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. Produced by Laurent Miquel/Cazal Viel, the wine draws its name, 'Solas' (meaning light), from a symbolic connection to the producer's wife's Irish heritage and the region's sunny disposition. The Miquel family has a long-standing history in Languedoc winemaking, with the current generation, Laurent Miquel, representing the eighth generation to manage the Cazal Viel estate. His approach combines traditional knowledge with contemporary methods and a commitment to sustainable practices. The wine's identity is shaped by its terroir and the specific winemaking choices made by the producer.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Solas means 'light' in Gaelic, a nod to the producer's wife's Irish roots.
Fact 02
Grapes are harvested at night to preserve freshness.
Fact 03
The estate has been in the Miquel family since 1791.
Fact 04
This wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Laurent Miquel Solas Chardonnay is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. The must is clarified by cooling before fermentation, which occurs in stainless steel tanks at 16-17°C. A significant portion of the wine, half of the production, undergoes six months of aging in French oak barrels. The grapes are harvested at night to preserve their freshness and aromatic integrity. This winemaking approach aims to balance the inherent fruit characteristics of the Chardonnay with subtle complexity from the oak influence.
