Jardins de Gascogne, Plaimont 2022
Country
France
Region
South West - Gascogne
Producer
Plaimont
Grape(s)
Cabernet Sauvignon (60%)
Merlot (40%)
Type
Rose
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
12%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
The terroir across the Côtes de Gascogne area is transitional, with the maritime effect of the Atlantic ocean giving way to a more continental climate in the east of Gers. In the east, summers are warmer and drier, and the clay limestone soils retain water more effectively. Nearer the coast, loose, sandy soils with good drainage and high rainfall characterize the vineyards. The wines of Gascogny provide reliable, fresh whites from a combination of Ugni Blanc, Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, and assertive, mineral rich reds from a base of Tannat.
Producer
In 1979, three wine cellars in the towns of Plaisance, Aignan and Saint Mont, combined their forces and their initials (PL for Plaisance, AI for Aignan and Mont for Saint-Mont) to create a union of cooperatives, which became Plaimont in Saint-Mont, in the Gers. Another major wine cellar, Condom (the Côtes de Gascogne and Côtes du Condomois PGIs) joined them in 1999. Located in the heart of South-West France, Plaimont`s vineyards stretch out over a uniquely rich terroir from the foothills of the Pyrenees to the rolling hills of Gascony.
Tasting Notes
Made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the grapes are harvested at night to retain freshness. The grapes are left on their skins for up to 8 hours to extract colour and flavour before being fermented and matured in stainless steel tanks. The resulting wine is pale cherry pink in colour with notes of raspberries and pink lady apples. Well balanced with a fresh acidity and a fruity finish makes this wine very easy drinking.
Food
Best served with Canapes or with summer salads.
