Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Domaine des Cassagnoles, Gascongne, France

100% Gros Manseng




Janine & Gilles Baumann farm about 76 hectares in the region of Gascogne, in southwestern France. Their main focus is on the white grapes that are also used to make Cognac and Armagnac. This one is 100% Gros Manseng from old, low yielding vines harvested a bit late. It is one of those wines that any white wine lover would revel in drinking. White flowers and spicy pit fruits on the nose make you think that this one is going to be sweet, but it’s not. The palate is medium bodied with great texture and intense flavors of ripe apricot with a touch of honey. Enjoy this with spicy Asian cuisine or friends.

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