The winegrower: Jean Louis Lacoste
Average annual production: 18.000 btles
Alcoholic strength: 13%/vol.
Available in: 75cl
Grape Variety(ies): 50% Petit Manseng; 50% Gros Manseng
Soil Type: Silico-clay.
Yield: 20-35 hl/ha
Age of vines: 20 years old
Harvest: Manual
Vinification: Gros Manseng vinified in regulated tanks, Petit Manseng vinified in barrels.
Ageing: Gros Manseng aged in vats, Petit Manseng aged in barrels on fine lees.
"Aromas of honey, candied fruit, citrus, balsamic notes. Excellent balance between the roundness of the sugar and the lively touch of acidity."
Store
Can be kept for 10 years.
Gastronomy - Food pairings:
Serve at 10-14°C.
With foie gras, smoked fish, fish creams, blue cheeses, Pyrenean sheep, spicy cuisine (Indian-Chinese), bitter chocolate...
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MEDALS AND AWARDS
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91/100 Gilbert & Gaillard Vintage 2017
15.5/20 Bettane & Desseauve Vintage 2017
93/100 Wine Enthusiast Vintage 2017
88/100 DVE Vintage 2017