Vignes Retrouveees Blanc
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Best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years from the vintage release to appreciate its youthful freshness and vibrant aromatics.
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Grilled sea bass, fresh goat cheese, roasted chicken with herbs
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The 'Vignes Retrouvées' (meaning 'rediscovered vines') is a vibrant tribute to the ampelographic salvation spearheaded by Plaimont in the Saint-Mont appellation of South-West France. This cuvée celebrates the revival of ancient, indigenous grape varieties that were on the brink of extinction. Grown on the cool, clay-limestone slopes of the Pyrenean foothills, the grapes benefit from warm days and cool nights, preserving their natural acidity. The wine is crafted using traditional gentle pressing, followed by fermentation and aging on fine lees, which imparts a beautiful textural roundness to complement its crisp, aromatic profile. It stands as a living testament to the preservation of local viticultural heritage.
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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.