Comte Tolosan IGP Le Pionnier Blanc 2022
Country
France
Region
South West - Gascogne
Producer
LGI
Grape(s)
Colombard (80%)
Ugni Blanc (20%)
Type
White
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
11%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
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
LGI were created in 1999 by forward thinking partners aware of the challenge and opportunity that lay ahead for regional French wines in the competitive international market. Wines are made and blended from three main sources. Saint Chinian in the Herault, Jean d`Alibert in Minervois and from Gascogny. In the heart of the Languedoc, one of the world’s largest wine regions with an array of diverse climates and terroirs allowing a range of local and international varieties to be grown.
Tasting Notes
Le Pionnier is situated in IGP Comte Tolosan in Gascogny. A crisp floral white wine from the south west of France has an aroma of citrus fruits, particularly grapefruit, with hints of ripe pear and tomato leaf. These flavours linger on the palate with hints of exotic fruits, a fresh lime acidity and vivacious finish.
Food
This is an excellent wine to enjoy as an aperitif or with seafood, mushroom risotto and white meat dishes.
