Saint Albert
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Foie gras, blue cheese, apricot tart
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic clay-limestone slopes of the Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh appellation in South-West France, Saint Albert is a legendary late-harvest sweet white wine crafted by the Plaimont cooperative. The wine owes its name to the feast of Saint Albert, celebrated on November 15th, which traditionally marks the commencement of the late harvest. During this autumn period, the grapes undergo passerillage—a natural drying process on the vine stimulated by the warm southern winds and dry autumn sun. This concentrates the sugars while preserving a vibrant, electric acidity. Plaimont's commitment to local heritage shines through in this cuvée, which captures the essence of Pyrenean viticulture, offering a rich sensory journey of candied citrus, exotic fruits, and wild honey.
🍾 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
Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng