THE ATYPICAL
Bergerac Blanc
La Cuvée
The Atypique cuvée takes its name from the originality of its blend in particular with Chenin. The vines are located on the stone of Pomport plateau. The vines draw their strength and robustness from the rock, which gives the wine its minerality.
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Grape Varieties: 50% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Sauvignon Gris, 10% Chenin, 10% Sémillon, 10% d’Ugni Blanc.
The Estate
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Château les Hauts de Caillevel
Commune: Pomport 24240
Surface exploited: 2,5 ha
Soil type: Clayey on karstic limestone
Exposition: south facing
At the winery
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Harvest: Hand picked mid-September
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Vinification :
Pellicular maceration for 12 hours.
Only run-off juice Alcoholic fermentation in oak barrels.
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Ageing :
On fine lees in oak barrels for 6 months. Regular stirring of the lees during ageing.
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Characteristics :
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14.5 ° of alcohol.
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0.6 g/l of residual sugar.
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0.35 volatile acidity
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30mg/l of total SO2 and 10 mg/l of free SO2
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In the glass
Tasting notes :
On the nose there is the presence of exotic fruits.
On the palate the attack is lively and ample. As the whole, the palate is mineral, fruity, with a nice acidity. The final taste is very long.
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Wine and food pairing :
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As an aperitif
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Goat's and sheep's cheese
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Spicy dishes
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Tasting advice :
Serve between 8 and 9 °C
Uncork 30 minutes before tasting.
Drink now. Ageing potential: 8 to 10 years
