Olivier Coste Carignan Blanc Rare 2022

Wine Type:
Style of Wine:	Light & Crisp
Country of Origin:	France
Wine Region:	Languedoc-Roussillon
Grape Varietal:	Carignan blanc
Bottle Format:	750mL
Case Size:	12 bottles
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Tasting Notes

Carignan Blanc is a rare Mediterranean grape variety. Only 250 hectares remain, mostly in Languedoc. Olivier's grapes come from a 70-year-old plot planted next to the sea.

The grapes are harvested at night to avoid oxidation. They are destemmed before a 24-hour maceration. Then, they are pressed and ferment at low temperature to promote freshness and aromatic expression.

This is a fresh and crisp wine, with floral and citrus notes, and a touch of mineralogy.

Critical Praise

The 2019 vintage hasn't yet been reviewed but the 2018 received 89 points from Treve Ring (gismondionwine.com)

"It's very rare to taste a single variety carignan blanc, and this is one that you should imprint with should you get the chance. Ripe and expansive, reflective of the Languedoc sun, with ripe melon, tangerine, cold cream, pineapple rind and spicy energy to a warming finish."