Floral, zesty with lemon brightness, and wonderfully crisp, this Picpoul is shaped by the sea.
Tasting Notes
Typical pale yellow color with silver highlights. Beautiful acidity balanced by the amplitude given by this very dry vintage which is particularly successful in the piquepoul. The nose is expressive, floral on acacia, lily and lemon blossom. The palate is tender and tangy.
Production
Mecanic harvest at night to preserve the oxydation. Pneumatic pressure immediatly ; the juices is refreshed and racked. Than the fermentation begin for 3 around 3 weeks. Every day the fermentation is controlled and the juice taste. The temperature are controlled between 15 and 18 °C. After fermentation, the wine stay on the lees for a few weeks to get more roundness. It satys in stainless steel tanks.
Producer
On the edge of the Thau Lagoon, facing Sète, the domain « Félines Jourdan » is a family Estate. The vineyard benefit from the cool marine breezes which tempered the summer heat. The vineyard is divided into 3 terroirs where the soils and microclimates are different (Pliocene clays and reddish conglomerates of the upper cretaceous). Eleven grape varieties including piquepoul, a unique PDO grape Picpoul de Pinet. Thanks to the beautiful maturities of the grapes and the careful winemaking, from mother to daugther, the wines are fresh and fruity
Alan's Personal Tasting Notes
"Not our cheapest Picpoul undoubtedly our best value. Unctuous citric and stone fruits are punctuated by a zingy acidity. But it’s the depth, length & complexity that astounds me. The flavour just sits there forever. Delicious with or without food. Don’t think it will be cheap but this is the best Picpoul I have ever tasted in my 45 years working in wine" August 2026
Specifications
| Year | 2025 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Piquepoul Blanc |
| Country | France |
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Alcohol content
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12.7% alc vol
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| Units of Alcohol per Bottle | 9.5 units |
| Type | White Wine |
| Cellaring Potential | For immediate enjoyment and up to 3 years |
| Allergen Information | Contains Sulphites |
| Dietary Information | Vegan & Vegetarian approved, |
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| Appellation | AOP Picpoul de Pinet |
| Origin | Languedoc Roussillon |
