IGP d’OC MUSCAT DE LAURIGA
The winegrower: Jacqueline Clar
Annual production: 10 000 bottles
Alc.: 12.5% vol
Available in: 75cl
Grape Variety(ies): 50% Muscat Alexandrie, 50% Muscat Petits Grains
Type of soil: Cailloutis sur texture limono sableuse
Yield: 55 hl/ha
Age of the vine: 20 years
Harvest: Manual harvest
VINIFICATION
The grapes were de-stemmed on arrival at the winery and put directly into the pneumatic press under regulated atmosphere, saturated with carbon dioxide. The selection of juices was made through tastings. Fermentation was carried out under strict temperature control, then the wine was raised in vats for a few months.
Maturing: Raised into vats for 6 months
Aging Potential: Laying down – 2 to 3 years
CHARACTERISTICS
It has a pale gold colour with marked green lights. The nose is marked by the freshness of Muscat berries, with notes of pineapple, pear, citrus fruit and slight hints of menthol. The mouth is ample, fat and pleasantly round.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Good match with aperitif or with salads and asparagus. To serve at 10° C.
AWARDS
• Médaille d’argent Concours des Vignerons Indép. 2010 (Silver ).
• Medaille d’or Concours des Vins de Lyon (Gold)
• BRONZE Medal concours des vignerons Independants 2013 ( med. De Bronze)