Picardon Le Rouge Côtes de Gascogne 2020

Picardon Le Rouge Côtes de Gascogne 2020

The nose is delicate, floral and spicy showing nuances of dried raspberries, strawberries, rose petals, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves. The palate is round, subtle and soft with gourmand notes of ripe red berries, plums, sour cherries and spices. The tannins are soft and velvety. Very light, delicate and elegant. Fruity, pleasant finish.

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Domaine de Papolle Chardonnay Côtes de Gascogne 2020

Domaine de Papolle Chardonnay Côtes de Gascogne 2020

The nose is delicate and refined with nuances of white peaches, yellow apples, pears, apple blossom, honeysuckles and lemons. The palate is light, energetic, juicy, revealing notes of yellow fruits, green apples, melons, apricots. Moderate finish with some bitterness in the background.

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Domaine de Papolle Quatre C Côtes de Gascogne 2020

Domaine de Papolle Quatre C Côtes de Gascogne 2020

The nose is intense, floral and aromatic with notes of white flowers, acacia, honey suckle, lemon, pomelos and grapefruit zest. On the palate the wine is light, perfumed and refreshing with ripe nuances of tropical fruits, limes, lemons, mandarins, kumquats, some light and pleasant bitterness and juicy finish.

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Domaine de Maouries Les Grappes Côtes de Gascogne 2021

Domaine de Maouries Les Grappes Côtes de Gascogne 2021

The nose is straight and fruity showing notes of lemon, lime, gooseberries, fresh cut grass with a touch of menthol, sage and dried herbs. The palate is round demonstrating ripe pineapples, peaches, even some melon and mango. The wine has a solid acidity backbone and a pleasant bitter-sweet finish with a discreet smoky and spicy…

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Domaine de Miselle Côtes de Gascogne 2021

Domaine de Miselle Côtes de Gascogne 2021

The nose is a bit closed, smoky, needs time to open up. After the aeration it shows notes of fresh cut grass, gooseberries, blackcurrant leaf, still some smokiness and gunpowder. The palate is fresh and juicy, revealing nuances of ripe yellow lemons, pomelos, pear drops, with a touch of pleasant bitterness on the finish.

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Entras Lo Cèu Côtes de Gascogne 2019

Entras Lo Cèu Côtes de Gascogne 2019

Non filtré, beautiful golden colour. The nose is open and rich showing nuances of baked apples, sweet baking spices, floral notes, ginger and curry. The palate is fresh, showing zesty acidity, roundness, nuances of ripe and overripe pineapples, Golden apples, pears, quince and a pleasant sweet and savoury finish. Wine made in “natural” style.

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Domaine des Frères Laffitte 2021 – Côtes de Gascogne

Domaine des Frères Laffitte 2021 – Côtes de Gascogne

The nose is discreet, a bit smoky, showing the nuances of fresh cut grass, gooseberries, pears, yellow apples and honeysuckle. The palate is straight and juicy with a light note of grapefruit, some mineral nuances of wet stones and chalk. The racy acidity is balanced by the opulent fruits and almost tannic structure. The finish…

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Domaine Laffitte Colombard & Sauvign

Domaine Laffitte Colombard & Sauvign

The nose is opulent, rich and fruity showing ripe pineapples, Golden apple, cantaloupe melon, ripe lemons with hints of ginger and all-spice. The palate is mellow, round, well-balanced by the zesty acidity and exuberant fruitiness. The finish has moderate length cutting with a pleasant bitter note of grapefruit adding to the overall balance and freshness.

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Domaine Laffitte Colombard & Sauvignon Côtes de Gascogne 2021

Domaine Laffitte Colombard & Sauvignon Côtes de Gascogne 2021

The nose is vivid, bright and a bit smoky with the notes of fresh cut grass, gooseberries, some green apples and pears, lemons and limes. The palate is round and smooth, balanced between the zesty acidity and juicy fruitiness. The finish is pleasant but short with a slight bitterness at the end.

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Les Frères Laffitte Domaine de Plaisance Côtes de Gascogne 2021

Les Frères Laffitte Domaine de Plaisance Côtes de Gascogne 2021

The nose is discreet and subtle, after aeration revealing notes of white flowers, honeysuckle, green pears, yellow apples  and wet stones. The palate is a bit tight, with zesty acidity and good tension, showing nuances of gooseberries, fresh cut grass, green apples and pear drops. Pleasant, refreshing finish with a lot of salinity.

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