Vignes Retrouvees Rouge
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled lamb chops, seared duck breast, traditional French cassoulet
✨ Technical Specifications
Les Vignes Retrouvées (meaning 'the rediscovered vines') is a liquid tribute to the ancient, indigenous grape varieties of the Pyrenean foothills that were nearly lost to history. Crafted by the Plaimont cooperative in the Saint-Mont appellation of South-West France, this red expression highlights the region's unique ampelographic heritage. The grapes are sourced from vineyards planted on complex terroirs of variegated clays and limestone soils, benefiting from the cool microclimate of the Pyrenees. The wine undergoes traditional vinification with gentle extraction to preserve the bright, rustic fruit character of the local grapes, followed by aging designed to soften the robust tannins of Tannat while maintaining the fresh, spicy aromatics of Pinenc.
🍾 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.