Grand Heron Blanc
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
fresh seafood platters, goat cheese salad, grilled white fish
✨ Technical Specifications
Named after the majestic great herons that sweep across the skies and wetlands of Gascony, Le Grand Héron Blanc is a vibrant tribute to the preserved natural landscapes of the Gers department. Crafted by the pioneering Plaimont cooperative, this wine captures the essence of the IGP Côtes de Gascogne terroir, where maritime breezes meet clay-limestone soils and the region's famous 'sables fauves' (tawny sands). To preserve the intense, fleeting aromatics of the local grapes, the winemakers employ protective, cold-temperature fermentations. The result is an incredibly refreshing, aromatic white wine defined by bright citrus, green apple, and exotic fruit notes, reflecting the joyful, epicurean spirit of South-West France.
🍾 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
Colombard, Ugni Blanc
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
11-12%