Favori
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years of vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
grilled duck breast, charcuterie board, classic cassoulet
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched hillsides of Gascony in South-West France, Plaimont's 'Favori' Red is a charming testament to the region's historic winemaking traditions. This cuvée artfully blends the robust, deeply colored Tannat—the signature grape of the Pyrenean foothills—with the soft, fleshy fruitiness of Merlot. The terroir of clay-limestone soils imparts a pleasant freshness and mineral backbone to the wine. Historically, this region is celebrated as the home of the legendary Musketeer d'Artagnan, and 'Favori' captures that spirited, rustic elegance. Crafted for immediate pleasure, the wine undergoes traditional fermentation with gentle extraction to preserve its bright red berry and dark plum aromatics, resulting in a supple, approachable red that beautifully represents Gascon hospitality.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont emerged from the union of passionate winegrowers from Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont in the heart of Gascony in Southwest France. Today, the cooperative represents a collective dedication to regional heritage, championing the revival and preservation of rare, indigenous grape varieties such as Tannat, Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng, and Pinenc. Situated across the foothills of the Pyrenees, the estate manages historic vineyards spanning Saint Mont, Madiran, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, and Côtes de Gascogne. Plaimont is celebrated for its diverse and authentic portfolio, ranging from crisp, aromatic whites and vibrant rosés like the Fleur d'Artagnan and Saint Mont selections to structured, age-worthy red wines and refined sparkling expressions.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Tannat, Merlot