Chardonnay
In a landscape shaped by the legendary natural sculptures of Pic Saint Loup and the Causse de l'Hortus, the family vineyard nestles in a preserved garrigue environment of the Pic Saint Loup AOP. Haut-Lirou extends over 140 hectares of vines practices traditional and sustainable viticulture: short pruning to control yields, soil aeration, leaf removal, trellising, and natural manure. Limestone terraces and on clay-limestone, marl and basalt terroirs, gives the wines great richness and exceptional aromatic complexity.
- White
Chardonnay 100%
- IGP Pays d'Oc
From the vineyard to the glass
Behind the Bottle
From the vineyard to the glass, explore the story, character, and ideal enjoyment of this wine. Learn how it’s made, how it tastes, and how best to share it.
Winemaking
Harvest and reception very early to benefit from the night's coolness
Direct pressing by pneumatic membrane press
Settling carried out 24 hours after vatting, temperature controlled throughout fermentation
Tasting notes
Pale color, old gold with moon reflections
The nose is soft and discreet, with notes of cardamom, star anise and honeysuckle
Lively and balanced on the palate, its ample finish of candied lemon enhanced with a slight bitterness
Food pairing
Carolina Gold Pulled Pork - White Pizza - Avgolemono - Omakase - Classic Eggs Potatoes and Toast - Tuna Melt - French Onion Soup - Clam Chowder - Fried Chicken and French Fries - Fried Rice - Buffalo Wings - Apple Pie
