Petit Balon Rose
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Typically best enjoyed fresh, within 1–2 years of the vintage release.
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charcuterie boards, grilled chicken, fresh Mediterranean salads
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Plaimont's Petit Balon Rosé is a vibrant tribute to the joyful, lighthearted art-de-vivre of Gascony in South-West France. Sourced from the rolling, sun-drenched hillsides of the Pyrenean foothills, this rosé captures the breezy, celebratory spirit of the region. The name itself evokes a sense of weightlessness, mirroring the wine's bright, uplifting character. Crafted by the visionary winemakers of the Plaimont cooperative—famed champions of South-West France's ampelographic heritage—this cuvée is produced using gentle direct pressing and cool fermentation to preserve its delicate pale-pink hue and intense, fresh red-fruit aromatics. The local terroir, characterized by a mix of clay-limestone and sandy soils influenced by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees, imparts a signature crisp acidity and a refreshing, clean finish that defines the classic Gascon style.
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Established in 1979 under the visionary leadership of André Dubosc, Plaimont is a pioneering cooperative union located in Saint-Mont within the Gers department of South-West France. By uniting the historic cellars of Plaisance, Aignan, and Saint-Mont, the producer has become a champion for reviving and safeguarding the indigenous heritage grape varieties of the Pyrenean foothills, such as Tannat, Pinenc, Gros Manseng, and Arrufiac. Plaimont is globally renowned for its commitment to ampelographic preservation, famously tending to a historic, pre-phylloxera vineyard parcel that is classified as an official French historic monument. Their diverse portfolio spans expressive, fresh whites, robust reds, and vibrant rosés, exemplified by the Fleur d'Artagnan range and the celebrated late-harvest Saint Albert and Saint Sylvestre wines.