Gascogne
SICDPAB
Region: Italy, Veneto
Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Gros Manseng & Petit Manseng
Winemaking process: The art of this wine lies in fermenting several different grape varieties in one barrel. The Petit Manseng is harvested six weeks before the Chardonnay and the juice is kept carefully in insulated vats with all the solid matter during this whole, long period. The blend (done by tasting the juices) ferments naturally in 225 litre oak barrels (30% new). The grapes are pressed gently in a pneumatic press and the press juice blended back in. This wine was barrel-aged on fine lees for 9 months and was not filtered before bottling so as to keep all the fruity, oaky aromas fully intact.
An original, easy-to-drink wine. The distinctive trait of this wine is the nose, with its powerful bouquet of white fleshed fruit (peach and apricot). The vanilla notes are a sign of masterful barrel-ageing. The structure and fatness of the Chardonnay predominate on the front-of-palate, while the predominating characteristics at the finish are the freshness and elegance of the Petit Manseng. A truly great dry white wine, displaying remarkable balance and originality.
Awards
Top 100 France Selection in 2010: Ampéloméryx is one of the 100 best IGP french wines in UK and has been elected the Best White Wine of the Top 100 (Trophy of the white wine category).
Vinalies Internationales 2010 Selection, 1000 wines of the World, Silver Vinalies Medal: Some fine aromas of dry fruits (nuts, almonds) and undergrowth are present in this wine. A pale yellow colour with some hints of green. On the palate, the oak is revealed as silky and soft, very structured. This wine is harmonious, with a good balance of freshness and body.
SICDPHR
Region: France, Gascogne
Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Petit Verdot
Tasting notes: Pellehaut Harmonie de Gascogne rouge is remarkably well balanced, showing intense fruit flavours married with subtle, toasty oak. Very approachable, easy drinking but with lots of class and depth. A bouquet of aromas, combining blackcurrant, dried strawberry, raspberry, blackberry and hints of clove. Supple and fresh, an array of fruit is also expressed on the palate.
Food pairing: This wine will pair easily with all styles of cuisine and offers fantastic quality at an everyday price.
Concours des Feminalises 2018 - Gold
Concours National des Vins IGP 2018 - Gold
SICDPHB
Region: France, Gascogne
Grape variety: Ugni Blanc, Colombard, Sauvignon, Gros Manseng & Petit Manseng
Tasting notes: A unique blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng. A french wine that smells like Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc - only lighter and classier.
With a clear and bright colour, the wine offers a full scented nose with notes of flowers, ripe fruits and candied fruits. It starts off clear for a smooth, suave, very balanced and persistent palate. This vintage reveals unrivalled intensity and concentration!
Food pairing: To be enjoyed with seafood, fish or poultry.
Review: Wine Enthusiast 2023 - 89 points: " This is an unusual blend of six grapes, including Chardonnay and both Mansengs. It is harmonious with fresh acidity and citrus flavours, just touched by honey and kiwi."
Awards
Concours des Vins du Sud Ouest 2023 - Silver
Concours des Vignerons Indépendants 2022 - Gold
Challenge international des vins 2021 - Silver
Concours des Vins IGP 2021 - Gold
Concours des Vins du Sud Ouest 2021 - Silver
Challenge International du Vin 2020 - Gold
Concours des Vins du Sud Ouest 2020 - Silver
Concours des Vinalies Nationales 2020 - Silver
Concours Général Agricole 2019 - Gold
Concours National des Oenologues de France Vinalies 2019 - Silver
Concours des Vins du Sud Ouest 2018 - Gold