Vignes Prephylloxeriques
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from vintage release
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck breast, slow-cooked beef stew, grilled ribeye steak
✨ Technical Specifications
This extraordinary cuvée is sourced from a legendary, pre-phylloxera vineyard parcel in the commune of Sarragachies, where ancient vines dating back to the late 19th century survived the devastating phylloxera epidemic due to the protective, sandy soils of the terroir. Classified as an official French Historic Monument, this vineyard represents a living museum of viticultural history. The wine crafted from these venerable, ungrafted vines is incredibly deep and complex, showcasing the profound power and velvety texture that only centenarian vines can yield. It undergoes meticulous hand-harvesting and traditional vinification, resulting in a majestic red that balances intense dark forest fruits, exotic spices, and an elegant, mineral-driven structure.
🍾 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, Pinenc