Sauvageonne Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed 2 to 8 years from the vintage release, allowing the oak to integrate fully while retaining its vibrant acidity.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Pan-seared sea bass with fennel, roasted herb-stuffed poultry, or artisanal goat cheeses such as Pelardon.
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Nestled in the rugged, volcanic landscape of the Terrasses du Larzac in Languedoc, Ch"teau de la Sauvageonne derives its name from the wild, untamed nature of its surrounding scrubland and rocky cliffs. Acquired by visionary winemaker G&rard Bertrand, this historic estate benefit from a unique microclimate where high-altitude vineyards experience dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. The Sauvageonne Blanc is a masterfully crafted blend typically composed of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Roussanne, and Viognier, farmed using biodynamic principles. The grapes are hand-harvested and partially fermented and aged in French oak barrels with regular lees stirring (b"tonnage). This meticulous process marries the rich, exotic fruit and floral notes of the Languedoc sun with a striking, salty minerality born from the ancient volcanic soils.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1992 by former professional rugby player G rard Bertrand, this iconic estate has its roots in Domaine de Villemajou, which Bertrand inherited from his father Georges in 1987. Headquartered at the historic Ch teau l'Hospitalet in Narbonne, France, the producer is globally recognized as a pioneer and leader in biodynamic viticulture, farming all of its estates according to Demeter standards. G rard Bertrand is dedicated to showcasing the diverse terroirs of Languedoc-Roussillon, crafting exceptional red, white, and ros wines that range from the accessible R serve Sp ciale varietals to prestigious single-vineyard expressions like Cigalus, Clos d'Ora, and Clos du Temple.