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Metairie Sauvignon Blanc Les Oliviers 2004		France
A straightforward, Sauvignon, older than most of our other whites, it offers more rounded flavors and body, and less acidity.

Release Notes:

Out of stock  Item No. : 19566  Our Rating : 91+  Country : France  Region : Languedoc  Grape : Sauvignon  Blanc  Alcohol : 12%

100% Sauvignon Blanc from Pirlet's hillside vineyards above the medieval fortress town of Carcassonne in the upper Aude valley. The grapes undergo skin contact maceration, followed by a gentle pressing. Fermentation is temperature-controlled and takes place in stainless steel over the course of 15 days.

Tasting Notes:

A rich gold color with a honeyed nose. The round, rich mouth makes it an excellent pairing with spicy asian cuisine. Drink now through the end of the year, well chilled.

The Luc Pirlet winery and vineyards in summer.

Winery:

Luc Pirlet is one of the innovative, new wave of French winemakers. With vineyards in the heart of the Languedoc, Pirlet produces a wide range of wines from steel-aged varietals... Read more

Region:

The Languedoc (or Pays d’Oc) region is in the heart of southern France, lying along the Mediterranean Sea and just east of Provence. The hot, dry climate produces powerful, spicy and... Read more

Vineyards in the rolling hills of Pays d’Oc.