Villa Blanche Picpoul de Pinet - Calmel & Joseph

Villa Blanche Picpoul de Pinet - Calmel & JosephIn the glass, Villa Blanche Picpoul de Pinet - Calmel & Joseph presents itself in a light straw yellow with glossy reflections, like a ray of sunshine over the Mediterranean. As soon as it is poured, a lively fragrance rises, reminiscent of fresh lemon zest, juicy passion fruit and a hint of lime. Fine notes of white peach, green apple peel and blooming citrus blossoms round off the picture. Added to this is a salty breeze, evoking wet stones after a summer rain and alluding to the chalky soils of Picpoul de Pinet. On the nose, the wine appears crystal clear and precise. Lemon and passion fruit are clearly in the foreground, accompanied by grapefruit, a touch of fig leaf and a hint of fresh herbs such as lemon balm. The mineral vein presents itself as a fine scent of chalk and seashell, typical of the proximity to the Étang de Thau lagoon. A barely perceptible floral veil of orange blossom overlays it and brings additional elegance. On the palate, Villa Blanche Picpoul de Pinet - Calmel & Joseph effortlessly continues this tension. The wine appears taut and yet silky, with lively, well-integrated acidity. It carries the citrus aromas clearly across the tongue and brings plenty of freshness into play. The texture is supple, almost creamy, without losing lightness. Yellow fruit, grapefruit and ripe lime meet a hint of pineapple and green pear. The minerality provides structure and length. Typical for Picpoul from the Languedoc, the focus is on freshness, clarity and a fine salty note on the finish. The Picpoul Blanc grape variety originates from the sun-drenched Languedoc-Roussillon region in the south of France. The warm, dry climate brings ripe aromas, while the proximity to the sea cools the grapes at night. This creates a wine with intense fruit, vibrant acidity and elegant balance. The finish shows citrus zest, sea salt and a hint of almond skin, which whets the appetite for the next sip. The Piquepoul Blanc grape variety naturally possesses firm acidity and appears very clear on the palate. In the interpretation by Calmel & Joseph it shows itself as modern, precise and animating. The style of the wine can be described as fresh, citrus-driven, mineral and silky. It is ideally suited for connoisseurs who appreciate a straightforward, juicy white wine from the south of France and who are also looking for a touch of maritime coolness. The character and aromas of the wine can be coherently summarized as follows: Color: light straw yellow with a glossy core Nose: lemon, passion fruit, lime, grapefruit, citrus blossom Palate: silky, dry, citrus-fresh, with yellow fruit and salty minerality Style: fresh, precise, straightforward, animating Finish: citrus zest, sea salt, fine almond note For which moments is this wine particularly suitable? A brief orientation helps with selection: As an aperitif on warm evenings on the terrace With fish and seafood in Mediterranean style With light starters and aromatic salads As a companion to summery cuisine with vegetables and herbs As a refreshing highlight at convivial gatherings with friends With its screw cap, Villa Blanche Picpoul de Pinet - Calmel & Joseph also presents itself as uncomplicated and suitable for everyday enjoyment. Nevertheless, it shows the class of a carefully produced terroir wine. The varietal bottling brings the character of Picpoul directly into the glass, without distraction from other grape varieties. The result is a white wine that clearly expresses its Languedoc-Roussillon origin and at the same time presents a fresh, modern face. Production of Villa Blanche Picpoul de Pinet by Calmel & Joseph The grapes for this wine come from selected parcels around Picpoul de Pinet in the Languedoc. Between the Mediterranean, garrigue and lagoon, the vines ripen on chalky, stony soils. During the day, the southern French sun shines intensely. At night, proximity to the Étang de Thau lagoon provides cooler air, which preserves the aromas. In this way the grapes develop ripe fruit while retaining their fresh acidity. Picpoul, also called Piquepoul Blanc, is perfectly suited to this maritime climate. The thicker berry skin protects against heat, and the juice shows high aromatic intensity. Calmel & Joseph works with selected winegrowers who consciously limit yields. This increases the concentration in the harvested fruit. The grapes are harvested in the early morning hours. At this time, the fruit shows a pleasant temperature, which improves aroma protection in the cellar. Selective harvesting ensures that only ripe grapes reach the press. In the cellar, gentle pressing follows to preserve the fine structure of the Picpoul grape. Depending on the vintage, the winery uses a short, cool maceration period on the skins so that more aromas can be extracted from the berry skins. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. A rather cool control of the fermentation temperature brings out the citrus notes and tropical fruit prominently. ...