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La Pénombre Blanc 2022
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- Named Pénombre (meaning 'twilight' in French) as the grapes were picked in the cool nights to retain freshness and aromatics.
- The perfect conditions allow the Grenache Blanc, Terret Bourret, Vermentino, Roussanne & Marsanne grapes to express their full potential.
- A textured, bright and finely scented white. Rich vinous fruit gives way to a long dry finish with a savoury Mediterranean tang.
- ABV: 12.5%
- Vintage: 2022
- Size: 75cl
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Grape Type:
Grenache Blanc Blend -
Pays d'Oc
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Wine Category:
White -
Wine Style:
Aromatic Whites -
At Its Best:
Now - End 2025 -
Winemaker:
Cyril Payon
Find out more about La Pénombre Blanc 2022
Find out more about La Pénombre Blanc 2022
The Wine The Wine
France
Region:Pays d'Oc
Sometimes the key to success is all in the timing. This smooth, satisfying white not only benefits from having the best vintage in recent years for whites grown on the banks of the Bassin de Thau, but also from the decision to harvest the grapes in the dead of night. The cool, refreshing temperatures as the dawn breaks across the Midi helps the grapes to retain freshness and delicate aromatics. The result is a wine that perfectly reflects the potential and style of white wines produced in this niche Mediterranean climate.
The Winemaker The Winemaker
Cyril Payon
Cyril Payon is not only a meticulous winemaker, but also boasts the impressive title of being President of France's oenologists. Working in the cellars of the award-winning co-operative Cave de l'Ormarine, he carefully selects grapes to capture different flavour profiles.
"Here we drink it with our local oysters and mussels for which the Bassin de Thau is famous. But you can enjoy this wine on its own, with nibbles, or with whatever you fancy; it is even more appetising if it's chilled of course. When I'm in Scotland, I love it with your smoked salmon with cracked black pepper and a sprinkle of poppy seeds!" - Cyril Payon, Winemaker.
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